Do Parrots Need CITES Documents?

Answer

Yes — the overwhelming majority of parrot species are listed on the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), which regulates their commercial trade. The level of documentation required depends on the Appendix listing:

• CITES Appendix I (highest protection): African Grey, Hyacinth Macaw, Moluccan Cockatoo, Scarlet Macaw, and others. Commercial import into the UK requires both an export permit from the country of origin AND a UK CITES import permit issued by APHA.
• CITES Appendix II (controlled trade allowed): Blue-and-Yellow Macaw, most Amazons, Green-Cheeked Conure, and others. CITES export documentation is required but no UK import permit is needed for commercial movements from the EU.

At Paraíso de Aves, all birds are sold with complete, verified CITES documentation. We handle the export permits from Spain and guide you through any UK import permit requirements.

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