Apply for authorisation to import live fish and shellfish (form AAH2)
Apply to become authorised to import live fish and shellfish in England and Wales
Applies to England and Wales
Use this form to apply to the Fish Health Inspectorate to be authorised to import live fish or shellfish, as required under The Aquatic Animal Health (England and Wales) Regulations 2009.
This covers imports for:
- aquaculture at an authorised farm
- further processing for human consumption
- your personal collection
- ornamental trade (susceptible and non-susceptible species)
- relaying and depuration
- scientific research
To import dead fish and shellfish for human consumption, contact the Food Standards Agency.
Apply for authorisation to import live fish and shellfish
Before starting this application you should know:
- whether the fish you want to import are non-susceptible or susceptible species, if your reason for importing is ornamental trade
- your authorisation number - if you want to renew an existing authorisation
- the site details, including the national grid reference
- the type and number of holding facilities you’ll use, if any
- the suppliers’ details and fish species – or just the supply country for the import of any non-susceptible species for ornamental trade
We aim to process your application within 15 working days. We will contact you if we need more information.
Site inspection
A site inspection may be needed for imports of:
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susceptible species for ornamental trade
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fish for human consumption
If these are needed, Cefas will contact you after you submit your application.
Related legislation
See other legislation and guidance that you may need to follow when importing fish and shellfish.
Get help
If you need help completing your application or you have questions, contact the Fish Health Inspectorate:
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by phone on 01305 206700, Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm or Friday 9am to 4:30 pm - find out about call charges
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by emailing fhi@cefas.gov.uk