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Apply for authorisation to import live fish and shellfish

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Apply to become authorised to import live fish and shellfish in England and Wales

Use this form to apply to the Fish Health Inspectorate to be authorised to import live fish or shellfish, as required under The Aquatic Animal Health (England and Wales) Regulations 2009.

  • further processing for human consumption 
  • ornamental trade (susceptible and non-susceptible species) 

    • To import dead fish and shellfish for human consumption, contact the Food Standards Agency.

    Apply for authorisation to import live fish and shellfish 

    Before starting this application you should know: 

  • whether the fish you want to import are non-susceptible or susceptible  species, if your reason for importing is ornamental trade 
  • your authorisation number - if you want to renew an existing authorisation 
  • the site details, including the national grid reference 
  • the type and number of holding facilities you’ll use, if any 
  • the suppliers’ details and fish species – or just the supply country for the import of any non-susceptible species for ornamental trade

    • We aim to process your application within 15 working days. We will contact you if we need more information. 

    A site inspection may be needed for imports of: 

    susceptible species for ornamental trade 

    If these are needed, Cefas will contact you after you submit your application. 

    If you need help completing your application or you have questions, contact the Fish Health Inspectorate:  

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