Use this form to apply to the Fish Health Inspectorate to be authorised to import live fish or shellfish, as required under The Aquatic Animal Health (England and Wales) Regulations 2009.
This covers Coldwater and tropical species for the ornamental trade, as well as imports for scientific purposes, pets and human consumption.
For imports for farming, restocking, relaying or purification you must complete the AW1 form.
To import dead fish and shellfish for human consumption please contact the Food Standards Agency.
Published 13 August 2014 Last updated 22 March 2023 +show all updates
Body text amended to add the required statement - The Aquatic Animal Health (England and Wales) Regulations 2009.
Fixed broken link and updated form to current version (2.2.)
Data protection statement updated and form version number amended.
A new version of this form has now become available, and now uploaded.
Updated form to new format and layout for better usability.
Updated the AAH2 form to include importing live shellfish for purification
Updated AAH2 form to include human consumption sections