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Register and declare exotic animals and CITES species (possession, import and Art. 10)

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If you have or plan to bring a reptile, exotic bird, primate or another regulated species, this is where you apply for CITES permits and register possession so you don’t end up with a fine. Applies to legal possession, import/export and the intra‑EU certificate (Art. 10) if you want to sell or transfer.

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What you need to have ready
  1. Certificado digital or Cl@ve permanente to log into the sede del MITECO.
  2. ID (DNI/NIE) and contact details.
  3. Proof of legal origin: invoice, transfer contract, previous CITES permit or captive‑breeding certificate.
  4. Marking of the specimen: microchip ISO or closed ring and a veterinary certificate of implantation/ringing.
  5. Photos of the animal and of the marking number.
  6. If you import: approved import permit, export permit from the country of origin, and the DUA for Customs.
Documentation
  • CITES application (online on sede MITECO) for: import/export/re‑export or the Certificado Art. 10.
  • Marking certificate with number, species, date and vet signature.
  • Proof of origin (invoice, captive‑breeding certificate, transfer). Anexo A has much stricter checks.
  • CITES permits from the exporting country if there’s international movement.
  • DUA and VAT/duty settlement if you go through Customs.
Step by step
  1. Check your species in CITES and if it’s an invasive species: https://www.miteco.gob.es/es/biodiversidad/temas/conservacion-de-especies/comercio-internacional/ and https://www.miteco.gob.es/es/biodiversidad/temas/conservacion-de-especies/especies-exoticas-invasoras/
  2. Mark the animal: microchip/ring at the vet. Get a report with the readable number. Without this, don’t bother.
  3. Apply on sede MITECO for the relevant permit (import/export/re‑export) or Art. 10 to sell/transfer Anexo A. Log in with certificado/Cl@ve and attach origin, marking and photos.
  4. If you import, coordinate SOIVRE/BCP inspection at the port/airport of entry and prepare the DUA: https://www.agenciatributaria.gob.es/AEAT.sede/aduanas/aduanas.shtml
  5. Go to the inspection when they call. Bring original CITES documents (security paper) and the animal so they can verify the marking. Pay any fees.
  6. Get the permit/certificate. Keep the original; they may ask for it during sales, transfers and checks. For Anexo A, no Art. 10 means no transaction.
Time‑saving tricks
  • Get the import permit before you buy the ticket. Without a prior permit, the animal will be held at the border.
  • Clear photos of the marking and a complete veterinary certificate avoid requests for more info.
  • Bring the animal through a PIF experienced with CITES. Not every port/airport handles this well.
  • If you plan to sell an Anexo A, apply for the Art. 10 as soon as you have marking and clear origin. It takes time.
Common mistakes to avoid
  • No marking or ring/microchip number not matching the paperwork.
  • Trying to sell Anexo A without Art. 10: fines and seizure.
  • Assuming a copy is enough at customs: they ask for the original.
  • Importing via an airport without a PIF/CITES service and ending up with the animal detained.
  • Buying an invasive species: even if offered as “legal”, the law can prohibit it. Don’t buy — you’ll face penalties.
  1. 1.Check if your species is in CITES/EU Annexes and if it’s listed as invasive: https://www.miteco.gob.es/es/biodiversidad/temas/conservacion-de-especies/comercio-internacional/ and https://www.miteco.gob.es/es/biodiversidad/temas/conservacion-de-especies/especies-exoticas-invasoras/
  2. 2.Mark the specimen (microchip/ring) and get the vet to issue the marking certificate with number, date and your ID. Without marking, CITES will toss your application.
  3. 3.Log in with certificado/Cl@ve at the sede del MITECO (CITES procedure) and apply for the needed permit: import/export/re‑export or the Art. 10 certificate for possession/sale. Attach origin, marking and photos.
  4. 4.If you import: once the import permit is approved, coordinate entry through a Punto de Inspección Fronterizo with SOIVRE and Animal Health, and present the DUA to Customs (AEAT): https://www.agenciatributaria.gob.es/AEAT.sede/aduanas/aduanas.shtml
  5. 5.Attend the inspection when called (SOIVRE/BCP). Bring originals of the CITES documents and the animal so they can check the marking. Pay any fees (charges/customs) and they’ll release the specimen.
  6. 6.You receive the CITES permit/certificate (they may send it on security paper). Keep the original like gold: they can ask for it at checks, sales and movements.
  • DNI/NIE and certificado digital or Cl@ve permanente (to process on the sede del MITECO).
  • Proof of legal origin of the specimen: invoice/transfer contract, previous CITES permit or captive‑breeding certificate (if it’s Anexo A/B).
  • Marking of the animal: microchip ISO 11784/11785 or homologated closed ring (birds), with a veterinary certificate of implantation/ringing.
  • Photos of the specimen and of the marking (readable ring or microchip number) taken by the vet.
  • If it’s an import: approved CITES import permit from MITECO and the exporting country’s export permit (before shipping the animal).
  • If you pass through customs: DUA and proof of VAT/duties (AEAT) and an appointment/inspection at the Punto de Inspección Fronterizo (SOIVRE).
  • To sell/transfer Anexo A: application for the CITES intra‑community certificate (Art. 10) and proof of marking/origin.

¿Qué necesito para completar Registro de Animal Exótico / Especie CITES sin que me lo rechacen?

Registro de Animal Exótico / Especie CITES tiene una tasa oficial variable en MAPA / SOIVRE y se puede presentar por cuenta propia. El punto que interrumpe el trámite es que la sede electrónica exige un certificado digital ya instalado y vigente en el navegador. Además, hay que aportar 4 documentos a lo largo de 6 pasos, y la sede rechaza el envío completo si un solo dato no coincide con el que consta en el registro. GovEasy reúne y comprueba los 4 documentos antes de tocar la sede, para que el envío no se rechace por un dato descuadrado, y si no tienes la identificación digital o la cita, un gestor colegiado del marketplace la gestiona y lo presenta por ti.

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1.Check if your species is in CITES/EU Annexes and if it’s listed as invasive: https://www.miteco.gob.es/es/biodiversidad/temas/conservacion-de-especies/comercio-internacional/ and https://www.miteco.gob.es/es/biodiversidad/temas/conservacion-de-especies/especies-exoticas-invasoras/

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