Drug laws and licensing

Import and export licences

Companies need to complete specific forms to enable them to import or export controlled drugs.

Apply for a domestic licence

Companies that plan to import or export controlled drugs will need domestic licences before they can apply.

See the domestic licences section for more information and applications forms.

Apply for an import or export licence

Complete the relevant application form for import and export licences and e-mail it to us at import_export_druglicences@homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk

The application must be filled in correctly as it will form part of the licence. 

• Application for import licence
• Application for export licence
• Guidance on import/export forms

Export Declaration

Companies holding blanket export licences should then complete an export declaration form immediately following each shipment. This should be sent to our contact address.

• Download the export declaration form

HM Revenue and Customs

Without the appropriate licences goods could be seized by HM Revenue and Customs.
For more information visit the HM Revenue and Customs website (new window) 

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