Apply for this licence
You need a phytosanitary certificate from the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) to export potatoes to non-EU countries.
Phytosanitary certificates are not required for trade within the EU.
How to apply
Download an application form from the DAERA website.
You’ll need to provide:
- your details
- details of the recipient of the shipment
- details of the packages to be sent
- transit arrangements
Return your completed form to DAERA’s Agri-food Inspection Branch.
DAERA Agri-food Inspection Branch
afibphytorequest@dardni.gov.uk
You must give at least 2 working days notice for your certificate to be issued.