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DESTINATION IMPORT GUIDE / Malaysia

Malaysia

The importer must check Department of Fisheries licensing and MAQIS permit, inspection and quarantine requirements. Conditions vary by species, purpose, origin and entry point.

BEFORE ORDERING

Three checks before a quotation.

  1. 01Confirm importer and premises licensing with the Department of Fisheries.
  2. 02Apply for the relevant MAQIS import permit before dispatch.
  3. 03Agree health-certificate conditions and the authorised point of entry.

DOCUMENT PACK

Prepare these records.

  • Importer identity, registration and broker details required by the destination
  • Scientific-name species list, quantities, source and intended use
  • Import permit or written admissibility confirmation where required
  • Official aquatic-animal health certificate with the destination declarations
  • Commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill and customs classification
  • CITES or national wildlife permits when the exact taxon is regulated

ARRIVAL & CLEARANCE

Entry is a separate decision.

Submit the consignment for MAQIS inspection and comply with any quarantine or sampling direction. State-level requirements should also be confirmed.

Planning guide only. Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. The destination authority and border officials make the final decision for each consignment.

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