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Department of Interior Department of Interior U.S. Fish & Wildlife U.S. Fish & Wildlife
ServiceServiceOffice of Law Enforcement
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USFWS/OLEUSFWS/OLESpecial AgentsSpecial Agents
1811 - Criminal investigators who enforce Federal Wildlife Laws throughout the United States
Special Agents conduct law enforcement investigations: Take down major trafficking organizations via surveillance, undercover work, making arrests, and liaison with US Attorney’s Office for prosecution.
When fully staffed, USFWS, OLE has 261 Special Agents
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USFWS/OLEUSFWS/OLEWildlife InspectorsWildlife Inspectors
United States is one of the world's largest markets for wildlife and wildlife products
Stationed at the Nation's major international airports, ocean ports, and border crossings, wildlife inspectors monitor an annual trade worth more than $1 billion.
They stop illegal shipments, intercept smuggled wildlife and wildlife products, and help the United States fulfill its commitment to global wildlife conservation
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Air CargoAir Cargo
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Border Ports of EntryBorder Ports of Entry
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Seaport RailroadSeaport Railroad
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WWW.FWS.GOVWWW.FWS.GOV
Go To: Importing/Exporting Navigate to find information Locate Wildlife Inspector Offices Declaration Forms Create an Account to submit declarations
electronically Benefits: FWS is aware of your shipment
immediately You eliminate the paper declaration
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Does the importer require a Does the importer require a license/permit?license/permit?
Import/Export License - This permit is generally required for all individuals or businesses that engage in business as an importer or exporter of wildlife. SHOULD NOT BE AN ISSUE WITH SCIENTIFIC EXCHANGES.
BUT THIS DOES APPLY: Port Exception Permit - This permit authorizes import or
export of wildlife at a port other than a required designated port or authorized border or special port under limited circumstances. These permits may be issued (1) for scientific purposes, (2) to minimize deterioration or loss, or (3) to alleviate undue economic hardship. Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the criteria for issuance of these special permits. Apply to the Regional Office where the applicant is located.
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Bona fide Scientific ResearchBona fide Scientific Research
50 CFR – Subpart C – 14.31 Non-designated port permit for scientific purposes
Why? Usually wildlife shipments are only permitted at Designated Wildlife Ports of Entries
Accredited Scientific Institutions do not need a FWS commercial license for obvious reasons
50 CFR – 14.62 & 14.64 – Exceptions to Import/Export Declaration Requirements: Accredited Scientist/Scientific Institutions may file a general declaration however within 180 days an amended declaration must be filed.
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FWS Declaration FormFWS Declaration Form
USFWS Declaration (Form 3-177)
eDecs (electronic) or hard copy
Ensure the declaration is stamped “CLEARED”
Must be “CLEARED” before released by CBP
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Import/Export Entomological Import/Export Entomological SpecimensSpecimens
Secure a trusted Shipper Determine Entry/Exit Port Contact the closest Wildlife Inspector office that
will most likely inspect shipment Fill out a Declaration Form Ensure all Permits (CITES or general Export and
Collecting Permits) are included in shipment Timing! Timing! Timing! Make sure you notify the WI of your shipment
prior to its arrival/departure (48 Hr)
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Pack specimens knowing they will be inspected!!!!
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Things to Keep in MindThings to Keep in Mind
It is very important to contact the FWS Wildlife Inspector Office your shipment will most likely be inspected.
www.fws.gov; Importing/Exporting; Wildlife Inspection Offices
Communicating with a WI will eliminate many concerns
WIs’ will indeed help you!
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Questions?Questions?Frank Solis, Senior Special Agent – USFWS/OLE1874 Grandstand Rd. San Antonio, Texas 78238(210) 681-8419 [email protected]
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