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Importing country requirements
It is the exporter's responsibility to ensure that the animal meets the importing country requirements.
Information about the process required to import animals into Canada can be found on the
Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) website.
- Email
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cfia.nisc-csni.acia@inspection.gc.ca
If you are importing live birds from Australia into Canada, you should check the specific
Import Measures for Live Birds for the latest information regarding Australia’s eligibility to export live birds to Canada and any additional requirements.
Refer to these and the Department’s websites for current information about exporting animals (including any suspensions).
- Note
- Where an importing country issues an import permit, the exporter must ensure the animal meets any requirements in the permit.
Pigeons include all species of pigeons and doves.
Health requirements
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.
Special requirements
Other requirements
Transport requirements
The importing country may have specific transport requirements and you should check this.
Pre and post arrival quarantine requirements
The importing country may have specific pre and post arrival quarantine requirements and you should check this.
Basis for Micor entry
Based on importing country website and information.
Entry last reviewed 1 June 2021.
Latest updates
14/03/2023 - Extensive changes were made to all sections of this entry.
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