Permit and Authorization Service Bureau

Export Permits:

Steps to Obtaining an Export Permit

Steps to Obtaining a NEW Export Permit

Complete an export permit application form.  Refer to:  http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/pasb/info/exporter_procedures.pdf [PDF 159KB] for additional information.

Completed applications, accompanied by fees and supporting documents can be submitted to the Permit and Authorization Service Bureau via:

  • Mail: PO Box 9372 STN PROV GOVT, Victoria, B.C.  V8W 9M3
  • Courier: 4th Floor, 2975 Jutland Road, Victoria, B.C.  V8W 9M3
  • Service BC offices located at: Government Agent Office
  • FrontCounter BC offices located at: Frontcounter BC

Questions regarding permit requirements that are not addressed within these pages can be directed to the Permit and Authorization Service Bureau website or to:
Telephone:
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 2 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1814

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to process my application?
Up to 5 days.
How many items can I put in one shipment?
Multiple specimens may be included on one permit application; however, all of the wildlife, wildlife parts, antlers and horns listed on the export permit must be exported in the same shipment, to the same destination and at the same time.