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Application and reporting forms
Forms for licence applications, organisation accreditation, and reporting obligations.
Application for a DIR licence for the limited and controlled release of GM plants
This application form is for dealings (activities) involving limited and controlled release of genetically modified (GM) plants into the environment.
Application for a licence for importation and processing of bulk grain
Use this form to apply for a licence for importation and processing (devitalisation) of bulk grain containing GMOs that are authorised for cultivation or food or feed use in the country of origin.
Application for a DIR licence involving a non-plant GMO
Use this form for applications for a licence for dealings (activities) with a non-plant GMO involving intentional release (DIR) of the GMO into the environment under the Gene Technology Act 2000.
Application for a licence to conduct a human clinical trial of a GMO
This application form is for licences to conduct human clinical trials of GMOs.
Application for a DIR licence for commercial release of GM plants
This application form is for dealings (activities) involving the release of GM plants into the environment that would not qualify as a limited and controlled release.
Financial suitability requirements for applicants
This document provides guidance to applicants on what documents can be provided to support their licence applications or variations
Fire Ant baits are not GMOs
There has been confusion regarding the baits used in the National Fire Ant Eradication Program. The following statement addresses this confusion.
Application to vary or surrender a DNIR licence
Use this form to apply for a variation or surrender of a licence for dealings not involving intentional release (DNIR) of a GMO into the environment under the Gene Technology Act 2000 (the Act).
Application to vary or surrender a DIR licence
Use this form to apply for a variation or surrender of a licence for dealings involving intentional release (DIR) of a GMO into the environment under the Gene Technology Act 2000 (the Act).
Guidance on making an application to vary a DNIR licence
This document provides guidance on the information required in the Application to vary a DNIR licence form for a range of common variation categories.
Accredited Organisation Annual Report to the Gene Technology Regulator
Accredited Organisations use this form to demonstrate that they are meeting their obligations and responsibilities. Completion of the form is an condition of accreditation.
Quarterly activities report for April – June 2025
Details of OGTR monitoring and compliance activities during the quarter ended 30 June 2025.
Infographic outlining GM Purple Tomato regulatory remits
This infographic gives a brief description of the regulatory remits for the GM Purple Tomato proposed to be commercially available in Australia.
Communique of GTTAC meeting of 28 March 2025
This Communiqué covers matters considered at the 43rd videoconference of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (28 March 2025).
Quarterly activities report for January – March 2025
Details of OGTR monitoring and compliance activities during the quarter ended 31 March 2025.
Current GM plants authorised for release into the environment (GMO Register and licences for commercial releases)
Tables of all current commercially released GM plants in Australia and their OECD unique identifiers.
OGTR Online Services Portal Registration Guide
This document provides step by step instructions on how to register for the OGTR's Online Services Portal.
myID with the OGTR Online Services Portal
This fact sheet explains what myID is and why it is required to access the OGTR Online Servies Portal
OGTR Online Services Portal Frequently Asked Questions
This document provides answers to frequently asked questions relating to the OGTR's Online Services Portal (Portal).
Communique of GTTAC meeting of 7 February 2025
This Communiqué covers matters considered at the 42nd videoconference of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (7 February 2025).
Communique of GTECCC meeting of 25 February 2025
This Communique covers matters considered at the 21st meeting of the Gene Technology Ethics and Community Consultative Committee (25 February 2025).
Information for Institutional Biosafety Committees
Useful resources for IBCs covering records of assessment, classification of NLRDs and contained dealings.
Overview of the status of organisms modified using gene editing and other new technologies
This overview is to assist regulated organisations to understand which gene editing and RNA interference techniques result in GMOs.
Quarterly activities report for October – December 2024
Details of OGTR monitoring and compliance activities during the quarter ended 31 December 2024.