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Update of the import protocol for live fish into Malaysia (Revision to G/SPS/N/MYS/20)
Malaysia issued an addendum on 19 August 2026 to the earlier SPS notification G/SPS/N/MYS/20. Addenda often report that a measure was adopted, changed, postponed or withdrawn. The measure was first notified on 6 July 2009. The comment period closed on 15 May 2026.
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Import condition of live fish (excluding ornamental fish)
The comment period closed on 15 May 2026. You can still raise concerns about the measure with your country's WTO SPS enquiry point, quoting the document symbol G/SPS/N/MYS/20/Rev.2/Add.1; it can take them up with Malaysia.
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Update of the import protocol for live fish into Malaysia (Revision to G/SPS/N/MYS/20)
The import protocol notified in G/SPS/N/MYS/20/Rev.2 (16 March 2026) is now adopted and published. The revised import protocol shall enter into force on 1 September 2026.
The Department of Fisheries Malaysia, according to Section 40 on Control of Live Fish, Fisheries Act 1985 (Act 317), has reviewed the notification of G/SPS/N/MYS/20* (6 July 2009). This amendment accounts for the reclassification and consolidation of species within their respective commodity groups. Furthermore, it incorporates requirements for disease analysis, biosecurity risks, and the specific purpose of exportation to Malaysia. The purpose of this notification is to inform all countries on the updated protocol for the importation of: Live Fish for Human Consumption; Live Fish Broodstock; Live Freshwater Fish Fry; Live Marine Fish Fry; Live Crustaceans Broodstock; Live Crustaceans Fry; Live Mollusca; Live Invertebrates; Live Aquatic Plant. The risk assessment and quarantine requirements for imported live aquatic animals are as follows: Live Fish for Human Consumption (i): The quarantine requirement is determined by the end-use of the consignment. Shipments designated for direct delivery to restaurants for immediate preparation are exempted from quarantine; Other Commodities (ii-ix): The importation risk and mandatory quarantine period are based on a comprehensive assessment that considers the susceptibility of the species, diseases listed as notifiable by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), and other critical biosecurity risks. The main content of the protocol is as follows: Import Conditions Prior to Arrival in Malaysia; Animal Health Certification…
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AddendumG/SPS/N/MYS/20/Rev.2/Add.1
Update of the import protocol for live fish into Malaysia (Revision to G/SPS/N/MYS/20)
The import protocol notified in G/SPS/N/MYS/20/Rev.2 (16 March 2026) is now adopted and published. The revised import protocol shall enter into force on 1 September 2026.
RevisionG/SPS/N/MYS/20/Rev.2
Comment deadline: Closed on 15 May 2026
Update of the import protocol for live fish into Malaysia (Revision to G/SPS/N/MYS/20)
The Department of Fisheries Malaysia, according to Section 40 on Control of Live Fish, Fisheries Act 1985 (Act 317), has reviewed the notification of G/SPS/N/MYS/20* (6 July 2009). This amendment accounts for the reclassification and consolidation of species within their respective commodity groups. Furthermore, it incorporates requirements for disease analysis, biosecurity risks, and the specific purpose of exportation to Malaysia. The purpose of this notification is to inform all countries on the updated protocol for the importation of: Live Fish for Human Consumption; Live Fish Broodstock; Live Freshwater Fish Fry; Live Marine Fish Fry; Live Crustaceans Broodstock; Live Crustaceans Fry; Live Mollusca; Live Invertebrates; Live Aquatic Plant. The risk assessment and quarantine requirements for imported live aquatic animals are as follows: Live Fish for Human Consumption (i): The quarantine requirement is determined by the end-use of the consignment. Shipments designated for direct delivery to restaurants for immediate preparation are exempted from quarantine; Other Commodities (ii-ix): The importation risk and mandatory quarantine period are based on a comprehensive assessment that considers the susceptibility of the species, diseases listed as notifiable by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), and other critical biosecurity risks. The main content of the protocol is as follows: Import Conditions Prior to Arrival in Malaysia; Animal Health Certification…
RevisionG/SPS/N/MYS/20/Rev.1
Comment deadline: Closed on 2 May 2026
Update of the import protocol for live fish into Malaysia (Revision to G/SPS/N/MYS/20)
The Department of Fisheries Malaysia, according to Section 40 on Control of Live Fish, Fisheries Act 1985 (Act 317), has reviewed the notification of G/SPS/N/MYS/20* (6 July 2009). This amendment accounts for the reclassification and consolidation of species within their respective commodity groups. Furthermore, it incorporates requirements for disease analysis, biosecurity risks, and the specific purpose of exportation to Malaysia. The purpose of this notification is to inform all countries on the updated protocol for the importation of: Live Fish for Human Consumption; Live Fish Broodstock; Live Freshwater Fish Fry; Live Marine Fish Fry; Live Crustacea Broodstock; Live Crustacea Fry; Live Mollusc; Live Invertebrate; Live Aquatic Plant. The risk assessment and quarantine requirements for imported live aquatic animals are as follows: Live Fish for Human Consumption (i): The quarantine requirement is determined by the end-use of the consignment. Shipments designated for direct delivery to restaurants for immediate preparation are exempted from quarantine. Other Commodities (ii-ix): The importation risk and mandatory quarantine period are based on a comprehensive assessment that considers the susceptibility of the species, diseases listed as notifiable by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), and other critical biosecurity risks. The main content of the protocol are as follows: Import Conditions Prior to Arrival in Malaysia; Animal Health Certification Requirements…
AddendumG/SPS/N/MYS/20/Add.2
Enacting 'The notice of the detailed conditions on importation of live fish into Malaysia' pursuant to the Section 40 on Control of Live Fish, Fisheries Act 1985 (Act 317)
The Department of Fisheries Malaysia is amending the detailed conditions on importation of live fish into Malaysia previously notified to the WTO as G/SPS/N/MYS/20 dated 6 July 2009. The amendment is made in response to comments received from WTO Members.
AddendumG/SPS/N/MYS/20/Add.1
Comment deadline: Closed on 13 November 2009
Enacting 'The notice of the detailed conditions on importation of live fish into Malaysia' pursuant to the Section 40 on Control of Live Fish, Fisheries Act 1985 (Act 317)
The Department of Fisheries Malaysia notified on 6 July 2009 its intention to enact the newly introduced measures, that is 'The notice of the detailed conditions on importation of live fish into Malaysia' pursuant to Section 40 on Control of Live Fish, Fisheries Act 1985 (Act 317).
CorrigendumG/SPS/N/MYS/20/Corr.1
Import conditions of live fish
Please note that the e-mail address under Items 12 and 13 should read as follows: fbs@dof.gov.my
Regular notificationG/SPS/N/MYS/20
Comment deadline: Closed on 4 September 2009
The notice of the detailed conditions on importation of live fish into Malaysia
Fisheries Biosecurity Division under the Department of Fisheries is enacting 'The notice of the detailed conditions on importation of live fish into Malaysia' according to the Section 40 on Control of Live Fish, Fisheries Act 1985 (Act 317). The purpose of this notification is to inform all countries of the newly introduced measures. The main contents of the announcement are as follows: 1. Exporting country shall ensure that the fish are sourced from approved farm and under official control of the Competent Authority (CA). 2. Health Certificate shall be issued by the Competent Authority (CA) of the exporting country. 3. Exporting country shall ensure that the fish consignment originated from OIE listed diseases free zone. There should not be any disease outbreak for a period of two years prior to export.
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