Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:C2012C00866:clause:6_29
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:C2012C00866
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 6 cl 29
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Extension of processing period to consult foreign entity
 (7) Subsection (8) applies if, in relation to a request, the agency or Minister determines in writing that it is appropriate to extend the period referred to in paragraph (5)(b) so that the agency or Minister can:
 (a) consult one of the following:
 (i) a foreign government;
 (ii) an authority of a foreign government;
 (iii) an international organisation; and
 (b) determine whether the document that is the subject of the request is an exempt document under subparagraph 33(a)(iii) or paragraph 33(b).
 (8) If this subsection applies:
 (a) the period referred to in paragraph (5)(b) is extended by a period of 30 days; and
 (b) the agency or Minister must, as soon as practicable, inform the applicant that the period has been extended.