The China–Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) entered into force on 20 December 2015. ChAFTA is delivering enormous benefits to Australia, enhancing our competitive position in the Chinese market, boosting economic growth and creating jobs.
The agreement unlocks significant opportunities for Australia in China, which is Australia's largest export market for goods and services, accounting for nearly a third of total exports1, and a steady source of foreign investment.
Making the most of ChAFTA
See how ChAFTA will benefit many different Australian industries in our factsheets.
Read the text of the agreement, plus tariff schedules, side letters and other documents.
Learn more about free trade agreements.
Call for public submissions on the General Review of ChAFTA
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is now seeking views from stakeholders to inform the General Review of ChAFTA. We are interested in hearing from stakeholders regarding the operation, implementation and impact of ChAFTA since its entry into force, and areas for further improvement or expansion, including, but not limited to, consideration of deepening liberalisation and further expansion of market access.
The ChAFTA Call for Submissions page has information on the process of providing a submission.
More information
Visit the News page for more news about ChAFTA.
Visit the FTA Portal – to find your ChAFTA tariff here, as well as other useful information on utilising the agreement
1 As at 2023 calendar year.