CITES Import Permit

Last Updated: Wednesday 17 June 2026

Overview

If a local company or individual intends to import (whether live or dead, in full or part of, or a derivative of) a CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) listed species, a permit from the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA) is required prior to importation.

What you'll get

Subject to the Authority's approval and conditions, the company or individual will be allowed to carry out the desired intervention.

Eligibility

Local and/or foreign individuals or corporate bodies.

How to apply

Print and fill in the form and send it to:

Environment and Resources Authority
Hexagon House
Spencer Hill
Marsa MRS 1441

Or via email on: cites.permitting@era.org.mt

Timeline

Submission of Application

Vetting of Application

9 days

Assessment of Application

10 days

Approval of Application

15 days

Delivery of Service

1 day

Submit your application

Apply