If you're unsure if you need an exemption, we recommend you use our free permission pathway process before you apply.
You must get a permission from us to conduct certain activities that have risk of harm to human health and the environment. These are called prescribed activities and are defined in Schedule 1 of the Environment Protection Regulations 2021.
Our permissions include permits and registrations.
You must get a permission to transport reportable priority waste in and out of Victoria:
- A10a – Reportable priority waste (transport) – high risk permit for waste codes B100, E100, G100 or R100
- A10b – Reportable priority waste (transport) – other registration for all other waste codes.
Under section 68 of the Environment Protection Act 2017, we can issue an exemption from the requirement to hold an A10a permit or A10b registration. We can do this if you have a valid authorisation issued by another state or territory to transport reportable priority waste.
We issue the exemption to the waste transporter.
To see permission exemptions we've issued, visit our public register.
Penalties apply for transporting reportable priority waste without a permit, registration or exemption.
When to apply for an exemption
We only grant exemptions under certain circumstances.
You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria set out in section 68(1) of the Environment Protection Act. We must be satisfied that you hold a valid authorisation to transport the reportable priority waste under the law of another state or territory.
Conditions
Most exemptions have conditions or specific requirements. You must comply with these conditions for the exemption to be valid.
These conditions outline your legal obligations as the exemption holder. They set up a framework for risk management, record keeping and reporting. To learn more, visit Permission conditions.
We monitor activities to make sure exemption holders comply with these conditions. We take a no-tolerance approach and can take action if you do not comply. To learn more, visit Fines and enforcement.
Information to include in your application
Your application must follow the application form.
You must include evidence of:
- your identity – for example, an ASIC company extract
- your authorisation to transport waste under the law of another state or territory.
Your application must include all the information and supporting evidence we need. Without this information, your application is incomplete, and we cannot assess it.
Application fee
For a list of current fees and how they're calculated, visit Fees. An extra fee may apply if we need more time than specified in the Regulations to assess your application.
If an application fee applies, we cannot assess your application until we've received and processed this fee.
How to apply
To apply for an exemption, complete and submit the Exemption for transporting reportable priority waste application form.
Submit your application and supporting documents through our portal. For more information about the application process, visit How to apply for a permission.
How we assess your application
For information about how we assess your application, visit How to apply for a permission.
How long it takes
We need time to assess your application and make a decision. It can take up to 20 business days. This can change if we need more information to make a decision.
We recommend that you submit your application well in advance of your proposed start date. Allow for extra time in case we consider your application incomplete or we need more information.
How long your exemption is valid for
Case-by-case, based on the circumstances of the application – no more than 5 years.
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