Import and export licences

Companies need to complete specific forms to enable them to import or export controlled drugs. Applications submitted from 15 November 2010 are subject to Fees

Apply for a domestic licence

A company or other organisation that intends to import or export a controlled drug will need the relevant domestic licence before it can apply for an import/export licence.

See the Controlled drug domestic licences section for more information and an application form.

Apply for an import or export licence

Complete the relevant application form for import and export licences and e-mail it to us.

The application must be filled in correctly as it will form part of the licence. 

• Application for import licence
• Application for export licence

Export Declaration

Companies holding blanket export licences should then complete an export declaration form immediately following each shipment. This should be sent to our contact address.

• Download the export declaration form

HM Revenue and Customs

Without the appropriate licences goods could be seized by HM Revenue and Customs. For more information visit the HM Revenue and Customs website