Protecting the word ‘Anzac’
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If you want to use the word ‘Anzac’ for an official or corporate purpose, you may need to apply to DVA for a permit. It’s a protected word in Australian culture.
The Minister for Veterans’ Affairs administers the Protection of Word "Anzac" Act 1920 (Cth).
Under the Act, the Protection of Word 'Anzac' Regulations 1921 (Cth) broadly state that to use the word 'Anzac' (or any word resembling the word 'Anzac') in an official or commercial manner, permission from the minister is required.
DVA is responsible for the administration of the Regulations on the minister’s behalf, including assessing applications to use the word ‘Anzac’.
Read the guidelines:
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There is no fee to apply.
Prepare your application well in advance of needing a decision because it can take up to 4 weeks to assess an application, and longer during busy periods, such as leading up to Anzac Day on 25 April.
- Read the guidelines to check whether you need to apply for permission to use the word ‘Anzac’ – email us if you are unsure.
- Complete the D9363 – Application for approval to use the word ‘Anzac' form.
- Select email on the form to submit your application to us.
If you have difficulties emailing the form, email the form to us.
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Ask us about permits or report a potential breach of the Regulations.
Email: usewordanzac@dva.gov.au
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