Note that if you are bringing any of the products or items listed on this page:
Yes, you can bring fish bait if it:
There is no weight limit.
Some fish baits are protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). They may require CITES documentation to be imported or may be prohibited.
Find out about CITES – Department of Conservation
Many products are allowed but they must be labelled for animal consumption and:
The product must also not make any drug-like (pharmacological) claims or therapeutic (able to treat disease) claims. Otherwise, it is classed as a veterinary medicine and requires registration.
Do not bring any pork or chicken products. They are not allowed.
If the food contains viable microorganisms, check with the New Zealand Environmental Protection Authority (EPA). The authority is responsible for the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act 1996. These can be new organisms to New Zealand, which the EPA would want to check before it enters New Zealand. Email neworganisms@epa.govt.nz
Some animal foods are protected under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). They may require CITES documentation to be imported or may be prohibited.
Find out about CITES – Department of Conservation
Products intended for testing, evaluation, public distribution or consumption, or commercial purposes are not considered personal consignments.
It depends on the product.
Our importing section has detailed information about specific products.
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