Taxidermy → United States

Taxidermy restricted; documentation or permits may apply

Details

Taxidermied specimens of CITES-listed species require both export permits from the source country and import permits from the destination country. CITES Appendix I species (tigers, leopards, bears, etc.) are commercially prohibited. Appendix II species (lions, hippos, many raptors) require permits. Enforcement in United States carries fines from USD 0 to USD 250,000 and imprisonment up to 5 years in aggravated cases. Leaving United States with taxidermy is a separate question — restricted: Taxidermy export from United States depends on the species — CITES-listed specimens need export permits; common non-protected species need provenance paperwork.

Documentation required

• Check destination requirements

Leaving with this item

Taxidermy export from United States depends on the species — CITES-listed specimens need export permits; common non-protected species need provenance paperwork.

Practical advice

Carry documentation. Declare at customs if required.

Customs authority

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) · https://www.cbp.gov