Chapter 11 - Export

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11.7.3 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

11.7.3.1 General information

A certificate in respect of ritual slaughter is required for beef, including veal and also for poultry meats. The exporter is responsible to make the necessary arrangements with an Islamic Organization to obtain certification acceptable to UAE authorities.

The certification required should be endorsed by the Embassy of the UAE. The exporter is responsible to ensure that this requirement is met to the satisfaction of the UAE authorities.

11.7.3.2 Import prohibitions or restrictions

11.7.3.2.1 Import prohibitions

Pork, pork fat or pork products and any percentage of pork mixed with other meat product are not permitted. However, available information indicates that exceptionally Dubai or Abu Dhabi permits imports of pork meat/pork meat products. The point of entry for these products in the UAE should be Dubai.

11.7.3.2.2 Import restrictions

Beef/veal: please refer to Annex A or B, as applicable for additional requirements.

11.7.3.3 Specific or additional inspectional procedures

Nil

11.7.3.4 Additional certification

Beef: Annex A must be issued.

Veal: Annex B must be issued.

11.7.3.5 Special marking and packaging requirements

All meat items must be identified in Arabic with regard to the species of animal.

11.7.3.6 Other requirements

Nil

See a CFIA inspector to obtain certificates