- Understand Regulations:
- Thailand: Check export rules with Thailand’s Department of Agriculture.
- Your Country: Confirm import rules with your agricultural department or customs authority.
- Obtain Permits:
- Phytosanitary Certificate: Certifies plants are pest-free, issued by Thailand’s plant protection organization.
- Import Permit: Apply if required.
- CITES Permit: Needed for CITES-listed orchids.
- Choose a Reputable Supplier:
Select an experienced supplier familiar with export documentation.
- Arrange Inspection and Certification:
Ensure plants are inspected and certified by Thailand’s plant protection organization.
- Prepare for Shipping:
- Properly pack and label plants.
- Use a reliable logistics company for live plants.
- Customs Clearance:
- Submit all documentation to customs.
- Prepare for possible inspection on arrival.
- Post-Import Care:
- Follow quarantine requirements.
- Acclimate orchids to their new environment.