GET INVOLVED WITH THE CBFCA
BE PART OF A WINNING TEAM

The Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia Inc. (CBFCA) is Australia’s leading association which represents members interests in international   trade logistics and supply chain management service provision. The CBFCA meets the professional demands of its members and serves members interests in dealings with:

• Australian Customs Service
• Australian Quarantine & Inspection Service
• Office of Transport Security
• Federal and State Government Regulatory Authorities
• Other key National Industry Associations
• Service providers in the trade logistics chain

The prime objective of the CBFCA is to represent members interests in the trade logistic service industry and to promote the professional development of its members through training and professional development. The CBFCA functions as a peak industry body and an influential voice for customs brokers, international freight forwarders, importers, exporters, manufacturers and other associated groups concerned with international trade.

WHY JOIN CBFCA?

It's about expanding business opportunities. The CBFCA provides businesses guidance, representation value, services and access to latest industry information.

In a dynamic business climate, where time is critical to businesses that are faced with increased regulatory compliance at all levels of government, the need to align with the right business advisors has never been greater.

This is the position CBFCA comfortably fills for more than 250 businesses across Australia. Extending their business know-how and helping to improve their business environment. Joining CBFCA provides business assurance and helps meet the challenges of today’s business environments, whether you employ a team of two, or a workforce of hundreds.

Membership packages are tailored, so the advice and services the CBFCA offers is a best fit for your business.

Many prospective members ask “What value do I get from our CBFCA membership?”

The answer is that value means different things to different members, depending on their business needs.

Whether it’s an instant response to your questions, networking opportunities, lobbying government or access to discounted products and services, CBFCA membership delivers value to your business.

WHO SHOULD JOIN?

Many of Australia's leading international freight forwarders, customs brokers and other service providers involved in international trade and  logistics see the CBFCA as the industry association  most relevant to their business. Current membership comprises of international freight forwarders, customs brokers, software developers, trade lawyers, consultants, educators, students, recruiting companies, ports, airports and depots. The widespread activities of the CBFCA also attract importers and exporters.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP:

• Increase your company profile by joining an active, vibrant and highly recognized Association.  
• Real time current news, information and latest updates received via (Web Bulletin, National News Flashes, Regional News Flashes) to stay in touch with latest industry developments.
• Professional development through training, awards, conferences, member forums presented by industry professionals develops skilled employees to deliver business outcomes for employers.
• The CBFCA provides total business support for members involved in supply chain management
• Aligned with business professionals the CBFCA enhances the professionalism of members in legal and industrial relations business support.
• Networking opportunities at all national and regional events are provide for members.
• The CBFCA Website provides the latest industry news and membership information www.cbfca.com.au
• Access to a  full range of dangerous goods courses for air and sea freight operators.
• The National Customs Brokers Course online is delivered by the CBFCA.  This course delivers the requirements of the prescribed course of study under the Customs Act as a requirement for licensing as a customs broker in Australia by the Australian Customs Service.
• Access to online Newsletter Solution designed by our website developer DAIS.

The CBFCA is the ideal forum for the interchange of ideas, networking and personal / professional development of all those who join.

For membership opportunities please contact:
Mr. Zoran Kostadinoski
Manager Business Development
Tel: 03 9338 4371
Email: cbfcavic@cbfca.com.au

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Please select the membership type required and then download the application form, complete and fax to 07 3252 1159.

A Business member shall:

1. be a sole proprietor, a partnership or corporation which (principally) engages in the business of customs brokerage, international freight forwarding or similar industry related services;
2. comply with the Rules of the Customs Brokers & Forwarders Council of Australia Inc (CBFCA) and such conditions as the Board may from time to time prescribe; and
3. through an appointed representative be entitled to vote at meetings of members, shall be entitled to membership of the Board and shall be entitled to nominate any person for membership of the Board.

An Individual member:

1. shall be a natural person who is employed in a business which engages in customs brokerage, international freight forwarding or similar industry related services; 
2. shall comply with the Rules of the CBFCA and such conditions as the Board may from time to time prescribe; and
3. shall be entitled to vote at meetings of members, shall be entitled to membership of the Board and shall be entitled to nominate any person for membership of the Board.

A Student member:

1. shall be a natural person who is enrolled in an accredited course of education at a Technical and Further Education (TAFE) college or like equivalent who is undertaking or has successfully completed such course of industry related study. 
2. shall not be entitled to vote at meetings of members, shall not be entitled to membership of the Board, shall not be entitled to nominate any person for membership of the Board and must, within two (2) years, after completion of the course of study, become an individual member.

An Affiliate member:

1. shall be an individual or business which is not eligible for membership as an individual, business or student member of the Association.  Such members shall not have the right to vote in respect of Association matters, nor be entitled to membership of the Board. Such a member shall be noted as:

• Affiliate (Individual)
• Affiliate (Business)