CITES Agreement - Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species

The importation of plants and plant products of some plant species is regulated under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), of which New Zealand is a signatory. Regulated plant species, where appropriate, must be accompanied by a valid CITES export permit issued by the appropriate Management Authority in the country of export. Additional information can be obtained at www.CITES.org

A CITES import permit, issued by the Department of Conservation, may also be required by New Zealand legislation for specimens of selected species. Importers are advised to contact the Department of Conservation www.doc.govt.nz for further information.

Page last updated: 30 April 2008