About phytosanitary certificates
A phytosanitary certificate is an official document issued by the national plant protection organization (NPPO) of the exporting country to the NPPO of the importing country. It certifies that the plants or plant products covered by the certificate:
- have been inspected according to appropriate procedures
- are considered free from quarantine pests
- conform with the current phytosanitary regulations of the importing country
The phytosanitary certificate facilitates trade, but it is not a trade document. The International Plant Protection Convention provides a list of most of the NPPOs that are involved in the issuance of phytosanitary certificates.
Request an export inspection and phytosanitary certificate
Canadian exporters should contact a CFIA plant health office to understand export phytosanitary requirements and arrange for export inspection and phytosanitary certification.
Submit your application before your consignment is prepared for export. Several days are needed to schedule and perform an inspection. Use:
- form CFIA/ACIA 3369 (Application for export inspection and phytosanitary certification) for consignments destined to all countries
- My CFIA for export inspection and electronic phytosanitary certification (ePhyto) for consignments destined to the United States
Support
Contact a CFIA plant health office to:
- understand export phytosanitary requirements
- arrange for export inspection and phytosanitary certification