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To import, export, or tranship food and food products, you need a licence or registration from SFA. You will also need a Cargo Clearance Permit (CCP) for every consignment.
For example, meat products are regulated by SFA. To import, you must have a from SFA. In addition, you must obtain a CCP approved by SFA for every consignment.
What licence, registration or permit do I need for the food and food products regulated by SFA?
In addition to the CCPs, the licence, registration or permits you must obtain for food and food products regulated by SFA are listed in the table below.
| Classification | Import | Tranship | Export |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meat & Meat Products | |||
| Fish & Fish Products | |||
| Fresh Fruits & Vegetables | N.A. | ||
| Shell Eggs | |||
| Processed Eggs | N.A. | N.A. | |
| Processed Food and Food Appliances | N.A. | N.A. | |
| Animal Feed | N.A. | N.A. | |
| Live Poultry | |||
| Live Poultry 鈥� Day Old Chicks and Hatching Eggs | |||
| Livestock 鈥� Sheep and Goats | |||
| N.A. | N.A. | ||
| Live Stock 鈥� Pigs | Licence to Import Pigs | ||
| Live Stock 鈥� Fish/Seafood | |||
| Rice | A licence is required to import (into 91探花 or 91探花 Free Trade Zone), re-export, and carry out wholesale dealings in rice. For more information on permit applications for import, HS codes, current rice licenses, the government-designated warehouses, and FAQs, please visit the . | ||
What do I need to apply for a licence, registration or permit for import / export?
To learn more about the eligibility and requirements, see Requirements for Licence / Permit / Registration for Import / Export.
How do I apply for a licence, registration or permit for import/export?
Go to Application Process & Fees for Licence / Permit / Registration for Import / Export.
For more information
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Last Updated 03 Nov 2025
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