The CITES Certificate is required for the legal trade of endangered species across international borders. CITES stands for the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. Over 183 countries participate in this treaty. It is one of the largest conservation agreements in the world.
The form covers three types of transactions. These are export permits, re-export certificates, and import permits. Each type has different requirements. Exporters must list the species' scientific name, the quantity, and the purpose of the trade.
Protected species are divided into three appendices based on their conservation status. Appendix I includes critically endangered species such as tigers and elephants. Commercial trade of these species is generally prohibited. Appendix II covers species that require trade monitoring to prevent future threats. Appendix III lists species protected within specific member countries. Your form must reference the correct appendix for each specimen.
The certificate also records permit numbers, management authority details, and official security stamps. Live animal shipments must comply with IATA transport guidelines. Related international trade documents include the Shipper Export Declaration Form for cross-border exports and the CN-23 Customs Declaration for international postal shipments.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Cites Certificate Sample Form |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | affixed, 12b, waybill, cites |