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Can I send crayfish from Nigeria to the UK?

Checked 2 Nov 2026 by our shipping team

Yes, up to 20 kg of fish per parcel, for personal use. Dried and sealed. Same for Ireland and the EU; Canada allows 10 kg.

Sacks of dried crayfish, fish and grains at a market stall

Rules by destination

United KingdomUp to 20 kg
For sale: health certificate
Ireland and EUUp to 20 kg
For sale: approved exporter
USAFDA notice, we file it
For sale: FDA registration
CanadaUp to 10 kg
For sale: CFIA licence

How to pack it

  1. 01Dry it fully. Damp crayfish goes mouldy.
  2. 02Vacuum-seal or double-bag it, then use a tub with a tight lid.
  3. 03Label it: "Dried crayfish, 2 kg, personal use".
  4. 04Keep all fish under 20 kg in one box.

Questions

Does ground crayfish count?
Yes. It counts towards the 20 kg limit.
Can crayfish and stockfish go in one box?
What if I have more than 20 kg of fish?

Sources: GOV.UK, EU 2019/2122, FDA, CFIA. Customs has the final say.