Coral & Seashells 🇨🇦 Canada
Coral & Seashells restricted; documentation or permits may apply
Can I bring Coral & Seashells into Canada?
Coral & Seashells restricted; documentation or permits may apply
Full details
All stony corals are CITES Appendix II listed, requiring export permits for international trade — coral souvenirs purchased in tourist shops likely lack these permits. Giant clams (Tridacna species) are also CITES Appendix II. Sea turtle shell products (hawksbill tortoiseshell) are CITES Appendix I
Carry documentation. Declare at customs if required.
This page covers destination customs rules in Canada. Whether you can carry coral & seashells through security, in carry-on, or in checked baggage depends on airline and screening rules — see air travel rules.
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Coral & Seashells rules in other countries
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🇺🇸 United States
Coral & Seashells restricted; documentation or permits may apply
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Coral & Seashells restricted; documentation or permits may apply
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🇦🇺 Australia
Coral & Seashells prohibited; penalties for import
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🇯🇵 Japan
Coral & Seashells restricted; documentation or permits may apply
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🇸🇬 Singapore
Coral & Seashells restricted; documentation or permits may apply
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🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
Coral & Seashells restricted; documentation or permits may apply