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DESTINATION IMPORT GUIDE / Thailand

Thailand

Importing live aquatic animals requires advance confirmation with the Department of Fisheries. Import permission, aquatic-animal health documentation, quarantine inspection and species controls may apply.

BEFORE ORDERING

Three checks before a quotation.

  1. 01Confirm importer eligibility and species admissibility with the Department of Fisheries.
  2. 02Obtain import permission before dispatch.
  3. 03Agree official health documentation and the designated inspection point.

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.

Declare the animals and present them for fisheries quarantine inspection. Wildlife and CITES permissions are additional where applicable.

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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