By Sophie Buchan & Joseph Wilkes
The Foreign Office has issued a stern warning to all holidaymakers planning a trip Down Under about a "strict" rule they need to be aware of before jetting off.
Under the 'entry requirements' section in their 'quarantine of goods' advice, the Foreign Office highlights Australia's "strict quarantine rules". These measures are in place to prevent the introduction and spread of pests and diseases that could harm plant, animal or human health.
Travellers will need to complete a form and take one of two actions - depending on what, if anything, they're bringing into the country.
According to the Foreign Office, travellers must fill out an Incoming Passenger Card and either:.
Every piece of luggage is subject to x-ray upon arrival. If any items raise concerns, further inspections will be carried out where they will be treated and, if necessary, confiscated and destroyed, reports the Daily Record.
The Foreign Office also warns of hefty fines for those who break these rules and states that travellers will be asked to declare whether they have 'visited a rural area, or been in contact with, or near, farm animals outside Australia in the past 30 days'.
More information can be found on the Department of Agriculture website.