Livestock (Aquatic)

State restrictions:

Some states have regulations and restrictions regarding the transportation and importation of livestock. WA, TAS, and NT have significant restrictions regarding livestock.

Western Australia (WA):

Prohibited Items

Western Australia (WA) Fisheries and Quarantine regulations prohibit the importation of the following items:

• Plants
• Snails
• Mussels
• Shrimp
• Crayfish
• Saratoga
• Lungfish
• Large-bodied eastern natives

Violations may result in fines.

Permit Application

Customers may apply for permits for certain restricted fish through WA Fisheries and Quarantine.

Quarantine Inspection Fee

Customers in Western Australia are subject to a Quarantine Inspection Fee. We cover this fee on behalf of our customers by including an additional charge. If you receive a bill from WA Quarantine, please contact us for a refund.

Tasmania (TAS):

Tasmania (TAS) Quarantine Restrictions

• Permitted Items: Due to TAS quarantine restrictions, we can only send dry goods and marine fish without a permit.
• Prohibited Items: We cannot send any freshwater fish, invertebrates, coral, or aquatic plants.
• Permit Application: You may inquire about obtaining a permit through Tasmanian Fisheries, but permits are generally only available to pet shop or public aquarium owners.

Northern Territory (NT) Fisheries Restrictions:

All customers ordering aquatic life must obtain approval from NT Fisheries before we can process and send your order.

The permit is free and the process is straightforward. Please follow the steps below.

Permit Requirement

You need this permit if you intend to import live, exotic, non-indigenous fish or aquatic life into the Northern Territory. This permit is usually attached to an Aquaculture, Aquarium Fishing/Display, and Aquarium Trader license. However, individuals intending to import exotic, non-indigenous fish must also obtain this permit.

Permit Application Process

1. Download the Application Form: [ Permit Form]
2. Example Form: See an example of how to fill in the permit [Permit Form Example (TBA) ]
3. Aquatic Plants: Follow the link to see all aquatic plants that do not require a permit [Aquatic plants that do not require a permit (TBA) ]
4. Approved Freshwater Fish: Follow the link to see all freshwater fish that can be sent to NT with permit approval [ Approved Freshwater Fish]
5. Submit Application: Send your completed application form to  [email protected]
6. Notify Us: Once your permit is approved, email us at  [email protected] with your order number and a copy of the permit

Order Processing

• We will clear your order for shipping, and it will be shipped on the next available shipping day.

Important Notes

• You can place your order before or after your permit is approved. If placed before permit approval, the order will not be processed for shipping until approval is received. If some items are not allowed, we can swap those items for others that are permitted or cancel those items for a refund or store credit.

Contact Information for Assistance

• Senior Licensing Officer, Fisheries Division

  • Operating Address: 33 Vaughan Street, Berrimah, Northern Territory 0828
  • Phone: 08 8999 2370
  • Email:  [email protected]

• Additional Information: Follow the link to the fisheries translocation page for more details on the permit process and contact information [Fisheries contact and permit information]

• Contact Us: You can also reach us via email at  [email protected]

Note: Please inform us once your permit is approved so we can coordinate with our dispatch team to send your order promptly.

South Australia (SA), Queensland (QLD), New South Wales (NSW), Australian Capital Territory (ACT), and Victoria (VIC):

• No quarantine restrictions regarding aquatic life.

Arive Alive Guarantee

At Seaview, we proudly offer our "Arrive Alive Guarantee" for all livestock. Although we ensure the highest quality and health standards, and take meticulous care in packaging and shipping, some specimens may not survive transit. Shipping can be particularly stressful for corals, fish, and invertebrates, with some being more sensitive than others.

If your coral, fish, or invertebrate does not arrive alive, we will issue a store credit or provide a replacement of the same item. Please note that we do not cover shipping costs for replacement orders unless more than half of your order is Dead on Arrival (DOA).

To make a claim, please provide the following:

1. Photographs: One or more clear photographs of the specimen in question. No image, no guarantee.
2. Description: A detailed description of the issue.
3. Treatment Information: Information on any treatments you have applied, such as dips, medications, acclimation, and placement for corals.

Contact us as soon as you notice something is wrong. We may be able to help guide you in restoring the specimen's health.

Important Notes:

• Fish: Coverage is only provided for Airport-to-Airport shipping.
• Corals and Invertebrates: Coverage is provided for both Airport-to-Airport and Door-to-Door shipping.
• Specimen Disposal: Do not discard the specimen without Seaview’s authorization, as doing so will void the guarantee.
• Shipment Refusal: Do not refuse the shipment if the box is leaking or appears damaged, as this will void the guarantee.
• Tank Compatibility: We may void your guarantee if you have non-reef safe or predatory fish or invertebrates (e.g., Angelfish, Pufferfish, Filefish, Triggerfish, Butterflyfish, certain species of Crabs, Shrimp, Starfish, or non-herbivorous Blennies, Gobies, or Wrasses) in your reef tank. These creatures are known to pick at or consume corals, and Seaview cannot be held responsible for their actions.
• Specialty Items: Specialty items or items labeled as "expert only" may not qualify for the guarantee. This will be clearly stated in the item description.