What is this Permit For?
A Federal Eagle Transport Permit is required to transport Bald Eagle and/or Golden Eagle parts into the United States for scientific or exhibition purposes. Please ensure you are using the correct Eagle International Transport Form, as these permits are administered by different programs.
Scientific or Exhibition Purpose | Indian Religious Purposes | |
U.S.A. Origin | See Division of Management Authority | See Division of Management Authority |
International Origin | Use this Form (Form 3-200-82) | See Division of Management Authority |
All wildlife shipments must enter and exit the United States through a wildlife port designated in , unless you have a separate exception to designated port permit issued by the Office of Law Enforcement under 50 CFR 14.
PLEASE READ: Application FAQs and Instructions
Permit Details:
Application Fee*: $75
*(non-refundable) Federal, Tribal, State, and local government agencies, and those acting on the behalf of such agencies, are exempt from the processing fee (documentation may be required).
Duration: 5 years
Application review time: minimum 60 days
Application: Form 3-200-82
FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions: Application Form Instructions
Annual Report Form: None
Regulations:
Helpful tips in completing your application
You must complete all Section E Questions. Here are some common questions we get:
Common Questions | Answers |
What kind of eagle specimens and parts can be authorized? | Only 鈥渄ead鈥� eagle specimens and parts (including feathers and samples) can be authorized. Live eagles or viable eagle eggs cannot be transported into or out of the United States. Authorized items may remain in the United States on a temporary basis only; the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act prohibits permanent importation. |
Can I transfer ownership of the item(s) after import? | The item(s) may not change ownership and the same items, unchanged, must be returned to the sender at the conclusion of the project or exhibit. |
What if I would also like authorization to import migratory bird specimens and/or parts? | If you will be transporting species listed under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (e.g., songbird, hawk), in addition to Bald Eagle or Golden Eagle parts to the United States, you may include them in this application. |