Parts of tigers, the largest wild cat species in the world, are used at times in Chinese pharmaceuticals

Get a CITES permit

Introduction

Learn which CITES permits you need to bring protected goods into or out of New Zealand.

Before you apply for a CITES permit, ensure you know:

  1. the name of the animal or plant species in your item
  2. what Appendix the CITES species is covered by­­
  3. how old your item is, approximately
  4. any additional requirements that may apply such as biosecurity regulations or local wildlife laws.

Explore our pages and learn about importing and exporting protected goods in New Zealand.

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