Setting up a Live Export NLIS Database Account - a Step by Step Guide

Note Number: AG1226
Published: June 2006
Updated: January 2010

 

The National Livestock Identification System (NLIS) database is operated by NLIS Ltd1. It holds the register of NLIS devices including microchip (RFID) and associated NLIS ID numbers, transaction records, residue, disease and market access status information for NLIS identified cattle. This agnote provides a step by step guide to setting up a Live Exporter account on the NLIS database.

Accessing the NLIS Database

Live Exporters - this includes operators of quarantine properties/depots and their associated agents - must register as an NLIS database user on the NLIS website and obtain a user ID and password in order to transfer cattle on the NLIS database.

Live Cattle Export agents who do not have a single operating PIC (i.e. they use a number of properties for agistment, quarantine, feedlotting, etc.) can apply to DPI for an Agent PIC. This PIC can then be used to register for a live exporter account on the NLIS database. For operators of quarantine properties/depots the PIC of the property can be used to apply for the database account. To apply for an Agent PIC please contact the Victoria DPIs toll-free NLIS Helpline on 1800 678 779 during business hours.

Registering on the NLIS Database to allow access

The following outlines the process for registering your details and accessing the database.

Step 1 Log onto the NLIS web page at; www.nlis.mla.com.au Step 2 Click on the create a new account button in the second blue box titled New user

Step 3 Fill in your details to create an NLIS account as illustrated on this page. Please note that the account type is live exporter not agent. Note: You will need to have Property Identification Codes (PIC) or your agent PIC handy and also an email address to complete the information required.

Step 4

Once you have entered your details click on the 'Continue' button at the bottom of the screen.

Step 5

You will then be told what functions you will be able to perform on your account. Click Continue.

Step 6

You will then be asked to type in a verification code. Type it exactly as it appears (type in capitals as capitals and small letters as small letters) and click ‘Continue’.

 

Step 7

Your details will then be added to the system and you will be e-mailed a secure username and password within 7 days to access your NLIS information.

Where can I find more information?

Department of Primary Industries NLIS Extension team
Kate McCue (03) 5561 9902
kate.mccue@dpi.vic.gov.au

Peter Corbet (03) 5226 4721
peter.corbet@dpi.vic.gov.au

Kellyanne Semple (03) 54304560
kellyanne.semple@dpi.vic.gov.au

General Information:

The following are useful contacts for further information:

Specific NLIS Database Queries:

NLIS Hotline: 1800 NLIS ID (1800 654 743)

To access the NLIS database:

visit www.nlis.mla.com.au

NLIS Queries and tag orders in Victoria

For the NLIS in Victoria call DPI’s toll-free NLIS Helpline on 1800 678 779 during business hours.

DPI Website:

www.dpi.vic.gov.au

NLIS Workshops

To attend a workshop on NLIS, contact one of the NLIS extension team.

NLIS equipment compatibility research report

http://www.kondinin.com.au/NLIS/report.pdf

Ordering NLIS Devices Online

You can now order NLIS devices on-line using a credit card by going to the DPI web site www.dpi.vic.gov.au and following the prompts to Livestock Tags Online.

Acknowledgements

This Agnote was developed by Kate McClue, June 2006.
It was reviewed:
Kate McClue, August 2007.
Peter Corbet, Biosecurity Victoria – Animal Standards, January 2010.