A USFWS 3-177 import/export declaration form must be filed for all imported/exported wildlife. This includes the shipment and receiving of international loans.
More information regarding the importation and exportation of wildlife to and from the United States can be found here.
All wildlife must be imported or exported through a designated port. For specimens listed on the initial 3-177 electronic declaration form that require further identification, if identifications exceed 180 days, you may request an extension from the original port of your filing.
If you bring in wildlife outside a designated port, you must apply for a Designated Port Exception Permit. These permits may be issued for scientific purposes, to minimize deterioration or loss, or to alleviate economic hardship.
More detailed information regarding the DPEP may be found here.
For additional help, reach out to Stephanie Carson, Senior Museum Registrar.
You must call at least 72 hours in advance to ensure a USFWS agent will be at the port at the time of crossing.
Additional fees may apply as well as inspection fees at a non-designated port and overtime fees if inspection occurs outside non-business hours.
You must retain documentation of the permit use should USFWS ask for a year-end report.
You must provide the inspector with:
(1) All shipping documents (including bills of lading, waybills and packing lists or invoices);
(2) All permits, licenses or other documents required by the laws or regulations of the United States;
(3) All permits or other documents required by the laws or regulations of any foreign country;
(4) The wildlife being imported or exported; and
(5) Any documents and permits required by the country of export or re-export for the wildlife.