Prohibited Plant for Import

Plant Quarantine Import Requirements

It is illegal to bring many types of fruits, vegetables, plants and plant products into Thailand without approval from the Department of Agriculture. Most fresh fruits and vegetables are restricted entry because they may carry various exotic plant pest and diseases. Without proper pre-shipment treatment and/or certification, they will be confiscated and destroyed in accordance with the plant Quarantine Act of Thailand. Passengers traveling on international flights should aware of Thailand’s plant quarantine requirements when you enter Thailand.

1. Plants are prohibited :

Passengers are not allowed to bring agriculture items indicated below. Any person who violates shall be fined or imprisoned, or both. All agricultural items which are not allowed to bring intoThailand should be confiscated and destroyed without reimbursement.

Items	Description	Origin
All fresh fruits	e.g. kiwi, orange, lime, lemon, grapefruit, persimmon, strawberry, apple banana, papaya, cherry, plum, peach, pear, nectarine, grape, pitaya etc.	All countries
Propagating materials (seed, cutting etc.)	e.g. orange, pineapple, tea, papaya, coconut, oil palm, cassava, cocoa, corn, coffee, cotton, rice, para rubber, physic nut etc.	All countries
Others	e.g. soil, organic fertilizer, agriculture micro-organism, animal pests such as earthworms, insects, mites, nematodes, snails, slugs, weeds, parasites or predators.	All countries

2. Plants must be declared :

Passengers are allowed to bring agricultural items indicated below if they are declared to a plant quarantine officer, accompanied with a phytosanitary certificate (PC) and found free from pests and diseases. Any person who violates shall be fined or imprisoned, or both. Illegal items should be confiscated and destroyed without reimbursement.

Items	Description	Origin	Import requirements
All fresh vegetables	Fresh vegetables	All Countries	Any person bringing in these agricultural items shall comply with the following requirements. 1. It must be declared to a plant quarantine officer. 2. It must be accompanied with a phytosanitary certificate 3. If it is brought for propagation purpose, certification of non-genetically 4. If it is under CITES, CITES permit is required.
Ornamental plants	e.g. orchid, rose, lily, chrysanthemum, tulip, gypsophila, carnation, philodendron, gladiolus, aglaonema, anthurium, etc.	All Countries
Seed or grain	e.g. wheat, oat, barley, sesame, caster bean, sunflower, white rice, etc.	All Countries
Others	e.g. dry tea leave, broken rice, fresh coffee bean, mushroom, dry ornamental plants, etc.	All Countries

Steps to Import Plant and Plant Products

1. Document Preparation and Online Submission

Importers must submit the application form through the NSW (National Single Window) system
Required Documents:
- Declaration for Import of Prohibited, and Unprohibited Articles (Form P.Q.5)
- Permit to Import Prohibited Articles (Form P.Q. 2-1) for prohibited articles.
- License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade (Form P.P.5) if applicable.
- Permit to CITES, If it is under CITES.
- Phytosanitary Certificate from the country of origin.
- Invoice listing the items.
- Packing List for clear identification.
- Certificate of Non-GMOs (for planting materials).

2. Customs Document Checking

Submit all required documents at the Plant Quarantine Station for verification.
Documents Checked:
- Declaration for the Import of Prohibited, Restricted, and Unprohibited Articles (Form P.Q. 5).
- Import conditions (Form P.Q. 5-3).
- Permit to move Prohibited, Restricted or Unprohibited Articles from Plant Quarantine Station (Form P.Q. 6)
- Other related documents as needed.

3. Identity and Integrity Checking

The Plant Quarantine Officer will check:
- Packaging: Must be in good condition and free from contamination.
- Wood Packaging: Conform to ISPM 15 standard.
- Product Categorization: Type and category assessment.
- Quantity: Correct and consistent with the application.

4. Phytosanitary Checking

Visual Inspection: At the Plant Quarantine Station or laboratory to ensure that imported items meet all requirements.
Handling Procedures:
- If pests are found: Determine if they are Quarantine Pests and take necessary action based on regulatory requirements.
- If pests cannot be eradicated: The shipment will be either returned or destroyed as required.
- If pest-free: Release and proceed with customs clearance.

Punishment for Non-compliance

Importing fruits without an Import Permit or importing vegetables and fruits without a Phytosanitary Certificate will be penalized according to Section 8 (2) and Section 10 of the Plant Quarantine Act B.E. 2507 (1964) and its amendments.
Fresh fruits classified as prohibited articles must have a Phytosanitary Certificate from the country of origin, and importers must obtain a permit to import prohibited items for trade into the Kingdom and notify the Plant Quarantine Station.
Failure to comply will result in penalties under Section 21 of the Plant Quarantine Act, which includes imprisonment for up to one year or a fine of up to 20,000 THB, or both.

Additional Information on Restricted Plants

Plants	Plant Part	Approved Sources	Document Needed	Additional Information
Cannabis Hemp	Seed	All Countries	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
Cofea spp.	Seedling	France	Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Non-GMOs
Kiwi	Fresh fruit	Japan, France, Hellenic Republic, Chile, Australia, New zealand	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen kiwi with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Cocoa	Cocoa, bean	Philippines	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
Corn	Whole grain, corn grit	Cambodia	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
	Whole grain, corn grit, corn ear, corn cob	Lao	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
	Whole grain, corn grit	Vietnam	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
Corn	Whole grain, corn grit	Myanmar	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
Sweet corn	Fresh corn ear	Myanmar	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
Corn	Whole grain, corn grit	India	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
	Whole grain, corn grit	Pakistan	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
	Whole grain, corn grit	Mexico	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
	Whole grain, corn grit	Argentina	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
Corn	Seed	All Countries	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
Sorghum	Seed	China	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
	Seed	India	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
	Seed	Indonesia	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
	Seed	USA	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
	Grain	Argentina	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
	Seed	Argentina	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
	Seed	Australia	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
Rambutan	Fresh fruit	Indonesia	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen rambutan with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Tea	Seedling	China	Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Non-GMOs
Cherry	Fresh fruit	Japan, China, Spain, Canada, USA, Chile, Argentina, Australia, New Zealand	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen cherry with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Cucurbitaceae	Fresh fruit	Japan, Korea, China	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen Cucurbitaceae with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Peach	Fresh fruit	Korea, Japan, China, USA, Australia	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen peach with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Punica	Fresh fruit	Israel, China, India	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen punica with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Nectarine	Fresh fruit	China, USA, Australia	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen nectarine with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Guava	Fresh fruit	China	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen guava with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Chilli	Dried fruit	Cambodia, Lao, China, Myanmar, India, Indonesia	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit
	Fresh fruit	Cambodia, Lao, Myanmar, New zealand	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen chilli with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
	Seed	All Countries	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
Persimmon	Fresh fruit	Japan, Korea, China, Australia, New zealand	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen persimmon with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Plum	Fresh fruit	China, USA, Australia	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen plum with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Petunia	Seed	Japan, Netherlands, USA	Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Non-GMOs
Jujube	Fresh fruit	China	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen jujube with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Eggplant	Fresh fruit	Japan	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen eggplant with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Eggplant	Seed	All Countries	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
Tomato	Fresh fruit	Japan, Malaysia, New zealand	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen tomato with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Tomato	Seed	All Countries	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
Mango	Fresh fruit	Cambodia, China, Vietnam, Indonesia, India	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen mangoes with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Papaya	Fresh fruit	Lao, China, Philippines	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen papaya with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Papaya	Seed	Taiwan, Philippines	Phytosanitary Certificate, License for Importation of Controlled Seed for Trade, Certificate of Non-GMOs
Raspberry	Fresh fruit	China, Indonesia	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen raspberry with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Longan	Fresh fruit	Vietnam, Indonesia	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen longan with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Lychee	Fresh fruit	China, Indonesia	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen lychee with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Strawberry	Fresh fruit	Japan, Korea, China, Indonesia, USA, Australia, New zealand	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen strawberry with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Pineapple	Fresh fruit	Philippines	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen pineapple with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Pineapple	Suckers	Philippines	Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Non-GMOs
Pear	Fresh fruit	Japan, Korea, China, Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Canada, USA, Australia	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen pear with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Passion fruit	Fresh fruit	Lao	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen passion fruit with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Grape	Fresh fruit	Japan, Korea, China, India, Spain, USA, Chile, Peru, Argentina, South Africa, Australia	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen grape with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Avocado	Fresh fruit	China, Peru, Australia, New zealand	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen avocado with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Apple	Fresh fruit	Japan, Korea, Turkiye, China, India, Netherlands, Belgium, Poland, Italy, Germany, France, Canada, Chile, USA, Australia, New zealand	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen apple with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Apricot	Fresh fruit	China, USA, Australia, New zealand	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen apricot with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.
Dragon Fruits	Fresh fruit	China, Vietnam	Phytosanitary Certificate, Import permit	Frozen dragon fruit with a temperature below -17.8°C are allowed from any country.

For more detailed information, visit the Office of Agricultural Regulation or contact:

Email: technical_ard@hotmail.co.th
Phone: (+66)7 635 1127