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Export Authorization

Health Canada export permit process for cannabis

Import / Export Verified 2026-04-20

Workflow steps

  1. Export Intent
    Canadian LP intends to export cannabis. Canada is a major global exporter. Health Canada export permit required per shipment. Destination import authorization must be obtained first.
    • Health Canada export permit per shipment
    • Destination country import authorization first
    • LP export license scope required
  2. Obtain Destination Import Auth
    Importing country must issue authorization before Health Canada will issue export permit.
    • Germany: BfArM BtMG ยง3 (~5 weeks)
    • UK: Home Office DLCU (~10 working days)
    • Australia: TGA + ODC (4โ€“8 weeks)
    • Israel: IMFA import auth
  3. Apply: Health Canada Export Permit
    Per-shipment export permit via Health Canada CTLS. Processing: approximately 10 working days.
    • CTLS export permit application
    • Destination import authorization copy
    • Product, quantity, consignee details
    • HS code 1211.90
  4. Prepare Export Docs
    Full documentation pack.
    • Health Canada export permit (original)
    • Health Canada GPP certificate
    • GACP certificate
    • COA (QP signed for EU)
    • Airway bill
    • CBSA export declaration
  5. CBSA Export Clearance
    Canada Border Services Agency export clearance. Narcotic export declaration under INCB Single Convention 1961.
    • Health Canada export permit at CBSA
    • CBSA customs export declaration
    • Primary exit points: Toronto (YYZ), Vancouver (YVR)
  6. Export Cleared โœ“
    Health Canada GPP certificate accepted by EU, UK, Australia, Israel. Shipment proceeds to destination.
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