It is the exporter's responsibility to ensure that the animal meets the importing country requirements.

An import permit and health certificate are required.

Information about the process required to import animals into Canada can be found on the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) website. 

Email

cfia.nisc-csni.acia@canada.ca

Note

Where an importing country issues an import permit, the exporter must ensure the animal meets any requirements in the permit.

As required by the importing country.

The Automated Import Reference System (AIRS) provides guidance on the current import requirements for CFIA regulated commodities based on applicable animal health policies.

Transport requirements

The importing country may have specific transport requirements and you should check this.

Pre- and post-quarantine requirements

The importing country may have specific pre- and post-quarantine requirements and you should check this.

If your animal is returning to Australia, you should make yourself familiar with the Department's requirements for importing live animals into Australia. This is important as your animal may have been exposed to diseases that do not occur in Australia.

Based on importing country website and information.

Entry last reviewed 1 June 2021.