Broker Services
The premium solution for clients without import permits or for handling high-security Appendix I shipments.
When to Use a Broker?
Importing exotic animals involves complex regulations. A licensed broker acts as your legal representative to handle customs clearance, ensuring a risk-free arrival.
Critical Warning: Avoid Confiscation
International wildlife regulations are unforgiving. Attempting to clear customs personally without specific knowledge often results in shipment rejection, indefinite delays, or immediate confiscation due to minor paperwork errors. Using a broker is not just a convenience—it is your insurance policy to protect your valuable investment.
No Import Permit
Most countries require an Import Permit for CITES animals. Obtaining this as a private individual can be difficult or impossible. A broker uses their commercial license to legally import the animal on your behalf.
Appendix I Species
Species like Radiated, Galapagos, and Angonoka require strict CITES Import Permits. Brokers specialize in these high-level clearances, handling the rigorous paperwork that authorities demand for protected species.
Door-to-Door Service
The broker's agent in your country handles all customs procedures and arranges the final domestic delivery straight to your home address, saving you time and hassle.
Risk Mitigation
Mistakes in paperwork can lead to confiscation. Brokers ensure all documents (Invoice, Packing List, Health Cert) match local regulations perfectly, protecting your investment.
The Broker Process
Network Coordination
We coordinate with our broker network to identify their specific agent partner in your destination country.
Export to Agent
We export the shipment addressed directly to the Broker's designated Agent in your country.
Agent Processing
The Agent handles all import procedures, customs clearance, and CITES validation upon arrival.
Final Forwarding
Once cleared, the Agent forwards the shipment domestically directly to your doorstep.
Estimated Costs
Broker services are an additional cost paid directly to the broker. Fees typically include:
- Handling Fee $250 - $500
- Customs Tax % of Invoice
- Domestic Shipping Varies
*Estimates vary by country and shipment value.
Trusted Networks
We have established relationships with specialized reptile brokers in key regions:
