Do I need a U.S. permit to import or export a budgie?
The budgie (Melopsittacus undulates) does not require a CITES or WBCA permit from us to be imported or exported. Persons engaged in business as an importer or exporter of wildlife must obtain an import/export license. You must import or export your pet budgie through a port authorized by the Department of Agriculture. You must notify the FWS wildlife inspection office at the port of entry or exit at least 48 hours in advance, present our declaration form to the wildlife inspectors, and receive clearance from us prior to export or at the time of import. Click here for information on commercially importing and exporting wildlife. Contact the U.S. Department of Agriculture for quarantine requirements and the State to meet its requirements.
