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Policies / Procedures Import Permit Application Form
for Live Animals, Semen, Embryos, Animal Products and By-Products
Application for a Permit - PDF format-
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Process
The Application for Permit to Import is completed by the importer. Prior to completing
the application, the importer should ensure that a permit is required for the
commodity(ies) being imported. Please verify with the Import Office in the province you
reside in or into which you will be importing the commodity(ies). Please refer to Import - Contacts for a list of Import Office across Canada.
The completed application is faxed or mailed with payment to the Import Office in the
province you reside in or into which you will be importing the commodity(ies).
You will be contacted by the Import Office within three (3) days of receipt of the
application form with information on how to proceed.
How to fill out an Application for Permit to Import
Please refer to the following applicable addendum of the Application for specifics on
completion and applicable fees:
NOTE: The import of animals, semen, embryos, products and by-products
may also be subject to other Acts and Regulations within the Canadian Food Inspection
Agency. Also, other departments such as
Environment Canada, Health Canada and provincial governments may have requirements in
addition to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. |
