Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification
P11: Authorization or permit requirements to export, for technical reasons 
Date when the measure came into force
29 February 2008 
Publication where the measure is specified
Government Gazette No. 30833 of 29 February 2008 
Regulation where the measure is specified
National Norms and Standards for The Management of Elephants in South Africa 
Country/Region applying the measure
South Africa 
The rationale of the measure
None specified 
Coded list of objectives
X: For purposes n.e.s. 
Description of the measure
12(4) No wild or captive elephant may be imported into the Republic; or
(b) exported from the Republic,
for the purposes of keeping it in captivity in a controlled environment, except in terms of paragraph 11 (3) or 12(5).

11(3) (3) A wild elephant may be captured to be kept in captivity with the approval of the
Minister, only in exceptional circumstances, including but not limited to:
(i) international agreements; or
(ii) Scientific or research purposes.
12 (5) Captive elephants which are part of a bona fide circus may be temporarily imported or exported for a limited, specified period, not exceeding the period of performance, for the sole purpose of use in the circus. 
Reference of the measure
Sub-articles 12(4); 11 (3) and 12(5). 
Measure also domestic
No 

Products affected by the measure.

Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out
0106.90 - Other Yes Wild and captive elephants meant to be kept in captivety in a environment    
Description
Wild and captive elephants meant to be kept in captivety in a environment 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out
Inclusion Entire world    
Description
Entire world