Import (import) of plants, parts of plants and plant products including fruits and seeds
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Reisen und Auslandsaufenthalt
One may not import every plant or plant part from third countries into the EU. This applies in general, regardless of whether it is, for example, vacation souvenirs, foodstuffs, removals or commercial consignments. This is to protect the environment and people from the introduction of plant pests or the spread of foreign plants.
Competent Department
Basic information
Before entering/importing into the EU, one should inform oneself in principle which plants may be moved. It may be that the transport of plants is prohibited in principle or permitted under certain conditions, e.g. after an official inspection by a phytosanitary inspector and accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate (PGZ).
