Changes to the New Zealand Food Safety Authority invoicing system

From 1 August 2010, the invoices you receive from the New Zealand Food Safety Authority (NZFSA) for the clearance of imported foods will be issued from a centralised system within the NZFSA Verification Agency (VA). As a result of this change, the invoice you receive from NZFSA may look different.  

The invoice will be issued during the first week of the new month and will be due for payment by the 27th of the month.

This change to a new system will correct a number of problems VA have had with invoicing. Customs Brokers and Importers will continue to receive cost advices statement for any charges incurred for each permit.

If you find that the contact details on your first invoice are not correct please the below address with the correct details and VA will ensure that these details are corrected.

imported.food@nzfsa.govt.nz

If you require a client reference for invoicing purposes please ensure that this is included on every permit application.

As a part of the changes to the invoicing system all new clients will be required to complete a new client form. The form will be from the Central Clearing House on request and will be made available on NZFSA’s website http://www.nzfsa.govt.nz/importing/documents/forms