When the Nature Conservation Agency receives an application for a permit to import a living non-native species, it is required under Article 63 of the Nature Conservation Act to seek the opinion of the Expert Committee on Non-native Species. Applications are not referred to the Committee until the application fee has been paid.
Supporting documents
A risk assessment must always accompany the application, in accordance with Article 63 of the Nature Conservation Act. Applicants may also submit any other relevant documentation, such as health certificates, certificates of origin or other information that may assist in assessing whether the import or release of the species could threaten or have a significant impact on biodiversity.