Branding and earmarking

Branding and earmarking submissions

You must consider the following submission information when applying for a brand or earmark:

  • Email all brand and earmark applications to brands@dpi.qld.gov.au.
  • Do not enter credit card details on the application form.
  • Payments are processed via BPoint. You will be contacted by a member of staff regarding payment when your application is being processed.
  • There is currently a 40-working-day turnaround period for all applications.

Brands and earmarks may be used to identify the owner of livestock, but the registered owner of the brand is not always the current owner of the animal. Brands are only compulsory for cattle over 100kg and pigs over 30kg when they are being sold or offered for sale.

  • Brands database

    This database can be used to search for available brands and allows registered owners of a livestock brand or earmarks to check registration details and update certain information.

  • Forms

    Registration application, transfer application, brands return, change of details and cancellation forms

  • Find your brand series

    Explains the structure, registration requirements, and design standards for 3-piece brands used on cattle and horses in Queensland, as defined by the Brands Act 1915.

  • Request a change of details to a registered brand, earmark or tattoo

    Request a change of details such as name, contacts, or associated properties to a registered brand, earmark or tattoo.

  • Brands fees

    Fees under the Brands Act 1915

  • Branding and earmarking livestock

    Requirements, guidelines and advice on branding and earmarking livestock in Queensland.

Last updated: 28 Jun 2023