South Australia has rules on which fruit, vegetables, plants, and plant products can be brought into the state, Riverland Pest Free Area (PFA) and to Kangaroo Island.

These measures are important to prevent the spread of pests and dieases and there is a zero-tolerance policy in place.

You must eat the restricted items or dispose of them in the quarantine bins that are clearly signed across SA at road entry points, airports, and rail terminals.

When travelling, your vehicle will be checked for non-permitted produce at:

  • quarantine stations located on highways at key entry points into the state
  • random roadblocks located after quarantine bins across the state.

You will be fined if you're caught with restricted fruit, vegetables, plants, or plant products at the Yamba quarantine station, or at random roadblocks.

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Travelling to South Australia

Some fruits, vegetables and plant products are not to be brought into South Australia. Know the essential travel rules and quarantine requirements.

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Travelling to the Riverland

Check which fruits and vegetables are banned from entering the Riverland Pest Free Area to protect South Australia’s produce.

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Travelling to Kangaroo Island

To protect its unique biodiversity, there are restrictions on bringing some foods and animals to Kangaroo Island. Plan your visit responsibly.

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Find a quarantine station or disposal bin

Locate SA quarantine stations and disposal bins to correctly dispose of restricted fruit and vegetables when entering the state.

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Information for travel and tourism providers

If your business brings travellers to SA or the Riverland, here is some important information and resources to share.

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Posting plant material

Sending uncertified fruit, vegetables and plant material to South Australia by post is prohibited, as they can carry harmful pests and diseases, even when they look healthy or clean. Be wary of ordering online from uncertified sellers.

Information flyer

Print the PDF flyer as a handy quick reference guide and reminder when travelling.

More information about restricted fruit and vegetables is available on the fruit fly website.

Download information flyer (PDF) Go to fruitfly.sa.gov.au

Australian Government restrictions

Australia has broader rules and regulations about the movement of goods between states or within states.

Get more information on rules that apply across Australia:

This is because:

  • Pests, diseases and weeds can travel with you as you visit different areas of Australia.
  • There are restrictions on what you can take as you cross state and quarantine borders within Australia.
  • There are also biosecurity or quarantine zones within each state and territory to limit the spread of pests that are localised to that area.
  • You need to be aware of all plants and food items that you may or may not be allowed to take to your destination state.