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Are there any exemptions from permit requirements for tourist souvenirs/personal use?

April 26, 2017exemptions permit requirements souvenirs tourist

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Are there any exemptions from permit requirements for tourist souvenirs/personal use?

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Tourist souvenirs made from CITES species still require import and export permits. An export permit (from the country of origin) and an import permit (issued by the importing EU Member State) are required for Annex A species and an export permit only (from the country of origin) is required for Annex B tourist souvenirs (excluding live animals). There are a number of personal allowances for CITES items (parts and derivatives) which may be imported into the EU without the requirement to obtain CITES permits. Further details can be obtained from EU Management Authorities or in in Chapter XIV of Commission Regulation (EC) No. 865/2006 (amended by Commission Regulation EC (No) 100/2008).