This news from UK CITES could affect you.
From 1 January 2027, the UK Management Authority will no longer issue import or export permits for commercial purposes for live Appendix-I specimens unless they originate from a CITES-registered captive-breeding operation. Only specimens that meet the criteria for source code D that is, specimens bred in captivity for commercial purposes in a facility registered with the CITES Secretariat will qualify for permit issuance.
Please note that:
This requirement applies to both imports into and exports from the United Kingdom.
Live Appendix-I specimens that do not originate from a registered operation and cannot be issued a source code D will not be eligible for import or export permits for commercial purposes.
Non-commercial movements (e.g., scientific, conservation, or personal/non-commercial purposes) remain subject to standard permitting procedures and are not affected by this change.
All affected breeders, traders, and facilities should ensure that any commercial activity involving Appendix-I species complies with the registration procedures outlined in Resolution Conf. 12.10 (Rev. CoP15). Facilities wishing to pursue registration should urgently contact the UK Management Authority for guidance on application requirements. Please note the registration process will take several months, but the timeline will depend on the quality of information you provide on your application form, and factors which are beyond our control, for instance, the 90-day period during which parties may lodge objections or where there is an objection to a proposed registration that needs to be referred to the next CITES Standing Committee.
The same requirements will apply in Northern Ireland, in line with new EU legislation.
If you have any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact wildlife.licensing@apha.gov.uk
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