Seafood Country of Origin Labelling
Help your team understand Australia's seafood country of origin labelling requirements. This course explains when seafood dishes need a country of origin label, how to apply the correct label, and how to keep menus and records compliant with Australian Consumer Law.
Course overview
From 1 July 2026, many hospitality businesses that sell ready-to-eat seafood must tell customers where their seafood comes from. This course gives hospitality teams the practical knowledge to identify which dishes require labelling, apply the correct Australian (A), Imported (I) or Mixed (M) label, and keep labels accurate as suppliers or menu items change.
Languages
Available in English
What you’ll learn
- Understand when seafood country of origin labelling rules apply
- Identify which seafood dishes require a country of origin label
- Recognise when seafood ingredients are exempt from labelling requirements
- Apply the correct Australian (A), Imported (I) or Mixed (M) label
- Label menus, signs and digital ordering platforms correctly
- Keep accurate records to support your seafood origin claims
- Respond confidently when seafood supply or country of origin changes
Why choose this course?
- Helps support compliance with Australian Consumer Law
- Reduces the risk of incorrect or misleading seafood labelling
- Gives staff practical guidance they can apply immediately
- Supports consistent labelling across menus, websites and ordering channels
Legal context
Seafood country of origin labelling requirements are part of the Australian Consumer Law. Businesses that provide incorrect or misleading country of origin information may breach consumer protection laws. This course helps hospitality businesses understand their obligations, apply the rules correctly and reduce the risk of non-compliance.