Scottish Government

Exports

The export of fish and seafood products to some countries, such as Russia, require an export licence.

• Scotland - for more information please contact the Food & Drink Industry Division at the Scottish Government on 0300 244 9281
• England - for more information please contact the DEFRA Specialist Service Centre (Exports)

Basic Procedure For Obtaining a License to Export to Russia

1. The plant needs to be inspected and considered to have met the necessary Russian standards. Contact Jesus Gallego, Veterinary Adviser, Scottish Government to arrange inspection - Jesus.gallego@scotland.gsi.gov.uk
2. The company must then complete this Annex with their details and those of their Russian importers. (Please note: The full postal address for your Russian importers, and the importers Taxpayer's reference INN/VAT number should be input, as this is required by the Russian Authorities to specifically identify their importers.)
3. The completed Annex should be returned to Ewan Scott, Food and Drink Industry Division, Scottish Government by e-mail - Ewan.scott2@scotland.gsi.gov.uk
4. Following verification, the Scottish Government will forward the Annex to DEFRA who send a copy of the Annex and letter to the Russian Authorities requesting that they add the company to their list of approved UK plants.
5. Once the Russian Authorities approve the request they will add the company name to their website which details current companies/premises licensed to export to Russia.