To import live fish and shellfish into GB (England and Wales) from the EU: There are two stages applicable to live fish and shellfish (including their eggs and gametes) that are not moving as product for direct human consumption. Importing into England and Wales from an EU countryįrom 1 January there are new processes that importers must follow, which are being introduced in stages. Contact APHA to find out more and make sure you are following these rules. There are rules for the welfare of animals during transport.
PET FISH HOW TO
Find out how to trade and move species protected by CITES. Endangered speciesĪdditional rules apply to endangered species under CITES. You need to include a biosecurity measures plan outlining how you deal with fish health and disease if you import ornamental coldwater fish like koi. There are extra rules for importing non-native species of fish and shellfish. Lists of possible susceptible and vector species, that are referenced in aquatic animal health legislation and import health certificates, can be found here: Susceptible and vector species lists ( PDF, 210 KB, 10 pages) Non-native species EU and EFTA countries approved to export animals and animal products to Great Britain.Non-EU countries approved to export animals and animal products to Great Britain.Approved countries for trade in live aquatic animals You can get an unlimited fine if you import fish or shellfish without authorisation.Īpply for authorisation to import live fish and shellfish into England and Wales. ‘put and take’ fisheries (where catches can be taken home)Īll sources must be approved by the FHI who will check that the source country you are importing from is approved and can meet the animal health certification requirements for import into the GB.You need authorisation from the Fish Health Inspectorate ( FHI), Cefas as required under The Aquatic Animal Health (England and Wales) Regulations 2009, to import live fish, molluscs and crustaceans for: It does not apply to dead fish and shellfish, or fish and shellfish products, including live shellfish for direct human consumption.įind out how to import wild-caught marine fish and fishery product for human consumption.įor information on live fish and shellfish imports from other UK territories and Crown Dependencies, contact:Īuthorisation to import live fish and shellfish This guidance applies only to imports or movements of live fish, molluscs and crustaceans for farming, ornamental, depuration, or any other purpose except direct human consumption, entering England and Wales from outside Great Britain (GB).
0 kommentar(er)
