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Penalties for the illegal import of meat, animal products or plants

Information related to the penalties for the illegal importation of meat, animal products or plants.

The penalties for illegally importing meat, animal products or plants are fines of up to £5000 and up to two years imprisonment.
Offences relating to species covered by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species are covered by different regulations with higher penalties - unlimited fines and/or up to 7 years imprisonment.

For further details or help:

Contact the Portal Office at the Airport/Port you intend to use.

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