Import of plants, plant parts and plant products including fruits and seeds 
Not every plant or plant part may be imported into the EU from third countries. This applies in general, regardless of whether it is a matter of vacation souvenirs, foodstuffs, removals or commercial shipments, for example. The aim is to protect the environment and people from the introduction of plant pests or the spread of foreign plants.
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Basic information
Before entering/importing into the EU, you should always find out which plants may be transported. The transportation of plants may be prohibited in principle or permitted under certain conditions, e.g. after an official inspection by a phytosanitary inspector and accompanied by a phytosanitary certificate (PGZ).
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Procedure
You can find out about the conditions for transportation on the JKI website (www.jki.bund.de). If you have any further questions, please contact the plant protection service of the LMTVet. Tests and the issuing of certificates are only carried out on request.
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Competent Department
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Lebensmittelüberwachungs-, Tierschutz- und Veterinärdienst des Landes Bremen (LMTVet); Standort Bremen
- (0421) 361 - 21223
- (0421) 361 - 17466
- Lötzener Straße 3, 28207 Bremen
- Website
- office
@lmtvet. bremen. de
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Lebensmittelüberwachungs-, Tierschutz- und Veterinärdienst des Landes Bremen (LMTVet); Standort Bremerhaven
- (0471) 596 13883
- (0471) 596 13881
- Freiladestraße 1, 27572 Bremerhaven
- Website
- office
@lmtvet. bremen. de
Contact Person
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Funktionspostfach Pflanzengesundheitskontrolle Bremen
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Funktionspostfach Pflanzengesundheitskontrolle Bremerhaven
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Funktionspostfach Terminvereinbarung Bremerhaven
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Online Services
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PGZ-Online
Applicants can register at the online portal www.pgz-online.de and use it to submit an application. It is possible to apply via the LMTVet (subject to a fee).
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Fees / Costs
The information at LMTVet is free of charge. Examination, release are chargeable.
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Deadlines & processing time
What deadlines must be paid attention to?
Necessary examinations by the Plant Protection Service must be notified at least one working day in advance.
How long does it take to process
In addition to short-term information, clarification can take up to a week.
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Legal Bases
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More Information
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 07.10.2025