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 Hong Kong can be found on the Hong Kong Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department website.

Email

icsenquiry@afcd.gov.hk

Refer to this 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.

As required by the importing country.

Permission to move animals out of Australia

You may need permission under wildlife trade laws to move certain animals out of Australia. Refer to the Department’s International wildlife trade requirements. There is specific guidance for non-commercial wildlife trade for public exhibition, scientific research, conservation breeding and personal use.

Email

wps@awe.gov.au

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.

Based on importing country website and information.

Entry last reviewed 5 May 2021.