International coral shipping

[mr_hrs]

Hi guys,

I tried so hard to find a trusted website to buy some high quality corals, I tried with WWC / cherry corals / joe knows reefs. They don’t ship international. As I’m from the Middle East Bahrain to be exact, so if anyone knows any website or even guaranteed and trusted individuals please let me know...

Thanks

 

[SPR1968]

You could try these who ive just started using.

There actually based in France, but ship all around Europe with UPS and they may also ship to your area, you would need to ask them.

Buy aquarium fish online - Aquatic shop - MasterFisch UK

UK's largest marine and tropical online shop. Buy quality fish at the best prices. Benefit from Express delivery to your door and Live Arrival Guarantee. Over 2000 species available right now: marine and tropical fish, corals, invertebrates, Discus

www.masterfisch.co.uk

 

[LeadHead83]

What can be imported?

In the EU corals, live rock*, clams and seahorses are all listed under Annex B of the Wildlife Trade Regulations. This means anyone importing specimens must have an Export Permit from the country of origin and an Import Permit from the relevant Authority in the EU member state to which they are imported.

But what can and cannot be imported changes fairly regularly so we would urge you to regularly check the sources outlined below to make sure you know the latest regulations around this issue.


Importing into the UK?

You can find useful information here on the DEFRA website:

https://www.defra.gov.uk/ahvla-en/imports-exports/cites/species/

Sources to find out what can and cannot be imported

The trade in some species from some areas of the world is not permitted at all and this changes on a regular basis. To get the full list of what cannot be imported check the following two documents:

On this website you need to look at what’s called the ‘negative opinions’ spreadsheet at the bottom of the page https://www.unep-wcmc-apps.org/eu/taxonomy//tradeRestSearch.cfm

You should also check this document as well https://www.unep-wcmc-apps.org/eu/taxonomy//docs/legal/EU_Reg_757_2012_Suspension_regulation.pdf

A good overview

You can find a good overview of the EU Wildlife Trade Regulations Legislation here https://www.unep-wcmc-apps.org/eu/taxonomy//Legislation.cfm

An important note to remember

Trade and ownership of specimens of any of these species which have been imported illegally anywhere in the EU remains illegal for all time. Even if a coral or clam dies the shell or skeleton remains illegal.

It is always possible for Customs to use business records (sales invoices etc.) to trace where such specimens have been sold.

To protect you and your business we advise anyone buying specimens of corals, live rock*, clams and seahorses to ask for an Import Permit number that is relevant to the specimens you have bought to check they have been legally imported.

* Live rock is defined as:

Coral rock(also live rock and substrate) – hard consolidated material, >3 cm in diameter, formed of fragments of dead coral and which may also contain cemented sand, coralline algae and other sedimentary rocks. ‘Live rock’ is the term given to pieces of coral rock to which are attached live specimens of invertebrate species and coralline algae not included in the CITES Appendices and which are transported moist, but not in water, in crates. ‘Substrate’ is the term given to pieces of coral rock to which are attached invertebrates (of species not included in the CITES Appendices) and which are transported in water like live corals. Coral rock is not identifiable to the level of genus but is recognizable to the level of order. The definition excludes specimens defined as dead coral.

https://www.cites.org/eng/res/all/11/E11-10R15.pdf

 

[LeadHead83]

Ive dealt with few companies over the years purchasing plants for Aquascapes and found that most don't carry the correct certificates to import to UK but are willing to break the law. I've even had some online stores offer to hide the plants in bag of sweets or similar to get it past customs. Not that i have ever done that or condone it, its out right illegal and can land you in prison if your caught.

 

[mr_hrs]

You could try these who ive just started using.

There actually based in France, but ship all around Europe with UPS and they may also ship to your area, you would need to ask them.

Buy aquarium fish online - Aquatic shop - MasterFisch UK

UK's largest marine and tropical online shop. Buy quality fish at the best prices. Benefit from Express delivery to your door and Live Arrival Guarantee. Over 2000 species available right now: marine and tropical fish, corals, invertebrates, Discus

www.masterfisch.co.uk

Thanks man,,, I really appreciate it

 

[mr_hrs]

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Ive dealt with few companies over the years purchasing plants for Aquascapes and found that most don't carry the correct certificates to import to UK but are willing to break the law. I've even had some online stores offer to hide the plants in bag of sweets or similar to get it past customs. Not that i have ever done that or condone it, its out right illegal and can land you in prison if your caught.

Thanks for the important info, but I don’t want to ship it to EU or UK, I’m in the Middle East (kingdom of Bahrain). As far as I know the rules and regulation just for some species are permitted.

 

[LeadHead83]

Mr_hrs ive just doing bit of digging on the net and seams you have similar laws as us here in the UK. i would check with your local customs office. but this is what i manged to find out.


Bahrain - Import Requirements and Documentation
Includes import documentation and other requirements for both the U.S. exporter and foreign importer.
Customs Procedures
Importers or their local agents must complete a Customs bill of entry before importing goods to Bahrain. Importers should strongly consider using a registered, licensed clearing agent to ensure import procedures are completed expeditiously. The customs clearance process includes the following steps:

• Statistics Office​
• Imports and Exports Restriction Office​
• Auditing the customs charges and other charges​
• Payment to cashier of related charges​
• Inspection and checking of document​

The importer is required to submit the Customs declaration in addition to the following documents for the importation of goods.

• Import Customs declaration form​
• Shipping agent delivery Order from shipping agent line to importer/consignee (with valid commercial registration)​
• Three copies of the original invoices from the exporter addressed to the importer​
• Two copies of the packing list with detailed weights, packaging and goods classification for each individual item within the shipment​
• An original certificate of origin from relevant chambers of commerce of country of origin of goods​
• A copy of the insurance policy​
• Original bill of lading​
• Import permit/approval from relevant authority for importation of restricted goods​
• Bank advice/guarantee (if applicable)​
• A statistical declaration if the final destination of the goods is within GCC countries.​

Import Customs Clearance Procedure
After submitting the customs declaration form using the eCAS Customs Clearing System, the procedure for customs clearance will be as follows:

• Pay the duty and fees due at the cashier desk in the customs point where the goods will be cleared​
• Submit all the relevant documentation to the customs clearing officer at the customs point​
• Pay the relevant cargo handling fees and make an appointment for movement of the cargo at the port operator desk​
• Port operator will move the container to the relevant inspection point​
• Customs will risk assess the goods and inspection may be carried out accordingly​
• Goods will be cleared and allowed to leave the customs point.​

For food items, the Bahraini Customs Directorate Handbook requires importers to present a manufacturer’s certificate stating that goods do not contain cyclamates.

Imported and exported goods are classified according to the Standard International Trade Classification (SITC), Revision 3.

For more information or inquiries, please contact:
Bahrain Customs
P.O. Box 15
Manama
Kingdom of Bahrain
Tel: (+973) 1735-9999
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.bahraincustoms.gov.bh/

 

[LeadHead83]

Bahrain customs


Free import

• 400 cigarettes or
• 50 cigars or
• 250 grams of tobacco
• 1 litre alcoholic liquor or
• 6 cans of beer - valid for non Muslim travellers only.
• 8ozs of perfume
• Personal gifts not exceeding BD 250 and which are not subject to regular customs duty
• Personal belongings shall be permitted and exempt from customs duty
• Video and still cameras with appropriate accessories and film
• CD and DVD players within agreeable non-commercial quantities
• Telescopes
• Mobile phones within agreeable non-commercial quantities
• Computers including laptops within agreeable non-commercial quantities
• Sports equipment
• Baby strollers
• Portable music equipment
• Disabled wheelchairs

Prohibited

• Illegal Drugs
• Weapons, explosives and ammunition
• Knives and deadly weapons
• Plant and plant products
• Animal and animal products
• Live Swine
• Cats, dogs and other animals without a valid permit
• Indian Paan and Derivatives
• Advertisement material for all types of Cigarettes
• Children’s Toy Guns capable of firing projectiles
• Goods of Israeli origin or bearing Israeli trademarks or logos
• Printed publications, photographs, pictures, books, magazines sculptures and mannequins which contradict Islamic teachings, decency, or immorality
• Raw Ivory, Ivory articles and Rhinoceros Horn
• Counterfeit money and goods
• Pornographic material

Restricted

• All arms, ammunition and explosives being imported into the country will require a No Objection Certificate from Ministry of the Interior.
• The following items will require a No Objection Certificate from Ministry of Municipalities & Agriculture Affairs - Animal or vegetable fertilizers, Meat and meat products, Fish and Seafood products, Fruit and Vegetables, plants and soil.
• Other food products and required medicines will need special permission from the Ministry of Health.
• Birds being imported will need a permit from the Veterinary Quarantine in Bahrain. Cats and dogs will also need a permit from the Veterinary authorities inside the country alongside a rabies inoculation certificate proving the animal’s vaccination against the disease.
• Radios and broadcasting equipment entering the country will need a no objections certificate to be issued by the Telecom Regulation Authority.
• All antiques will need a no objection certificate from the Ministry of Information in order to leave the country.

 

[SpeakerToAnimals]

Thanks man,,, I really appreciate it

Hello. Any luck with your hunt?