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Ministerial decree No.346 of 2012 on regulating the import of wild animals and its amendment.

Country/Territory
United Arab Emirates
Document type
Regulation
Date
2012
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Endangered species Trade in species Wild fauna International trade Certification Quarantine Authorization/permit Protection of species Ranching/captive breeding
Geographical area
Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf
Entry into force notes
This Decree enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.
Abstract

This Decree consisting of 8 articles and 2 Annexes aims at regulating the import of wild animals in compliance with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). It prohibits the importation, for personal and commercial purposes, of wildlife species non-bred in captivity included in Appendix (A). The species in Appendix (A) can be imported by authorized agencies such zoo parks and breeding centers under the conditions indicated in art.2 concerning permits, veterinary controls, adequate shelter, certificates accompanying the shipment, Veterinary Health Certificate issued by the competent authorities of the exporting country. While for commercial purposes can be imported the animals included in Appendix (B). Shipments are subject to the quarantine regime in force.

Full text
Arabic
Website
www.moccae.gov.ae