Important Information About International Seed Orders
Before placing an international order, please review the details on this page.
All prices listed on our website are in USD (U.S. Dollars).
A Few Things to Keep in Mind
Shipping seeds across borders is not always simple. Seeds are a controlled item in many countries, and each nation has its own import regulations. It’s your responsibility to confirm whether the seeds you’re ordering are allowed in your country. We strongly recommend contacting your country’s Department or Ministry of Agriculture for guidance.
Any duties, import fees, or local taxes are the responsibility of the recipient.
Some smaller international orders ship out quickly, but those requiring special documentation or inspection may be delayed by a week or longer.
If you have any questions about shipping internationally, feel free to reach out to us during regular business hours at [email protected].
Returns and Refunds for International Orders
While our satisfaction guarantee applies to all orders, international returns work a little differently:
- We do not cover return shipping for international orders.
- Seeds returned in original, good condition can be refunded.
- Shipping charges are non-refundable.
- Return shipping is the customer’s responsibility.
Shipping Methods
We typically use Global Priority Mail or FedEx International for overseas shipments, but we may choose the best carrier based on your location. All international shipping costs are charged at checkout.
Please note: We do not offer an international dealer program.
Documentation You May Need
Some countries require official documentation with seed shipments. Below are the most common documents:
Phytosanitary Certificate
This document, issued by the USDA, verifies that the seeds meet the agricultural import standards of the destination country. If your country requires this certificate, you must request it at the time of ordering. We cannot issue one after your order has shipped. There is a fee for this document.
In some cases, a country may also require an import permit before the USDA will issue the certificate. If the import permit includes requirements we cannot meet, we may not be able to fulfill your order.
Certificate of Origin
Certain countries may also request a Certificate of Origin, which shows where the seeds were produced. This is issued by the Chamber of Commerce and may take a few weeks to acquire. Additional fees apply.
Shipping Without Documentation (Customer Risk)
If you choose to place an order without requesting the necessary documents, we can still ship it—but at your own risk. We are not responsible for packages that are delayed, seized, or lost due to customs issues.
Country-Specific Regulations
Regulations vary widely between countries; some require a phytosanitary certificate, an import permit, or both. Below is a list of countries and the known requirements for each. If your country is not listed, we suggest contacting us directly before placing an order.
Here is a comprehensive list of international shipping requirements for wholesale seed orders by country. Let me know if you’d like to embed this table on your website or have it formatted in a specific style.
| Country | Import Requirements |
|---|---|
| Afghanistan | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Albania | No known restrictions |
| Algeria | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Angola | Phytosanitary certificate required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Anguilla | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Antigua and Barbuda | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Argentina | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Armenia | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Aruba | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Australia | Phytosanitary certificate required; many species restricted |
| Bahrain | Cannot fulfill requirements (treated seeds required) |
| Bangladesh | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Barbados | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Bermuda | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Benin | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Bolivia | Unknown – check with agricultural authority |
| Botswana | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Brazil | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| British Virgin Islands | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Burkina Faso | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Burundi | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Cabo Verde | Unknown – check with agricultural authority |
| Cambodia | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Cameroon | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Canada | Seed imports allowed; documentation required for large quantities; fertilizer limit of 10kg |
| Central African Republic | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Chad | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Chile | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| China | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Colombia | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Comoros | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Congo (Democratic Republic) | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Congo (Republic) | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Côte d’Ivoire | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Dominican Republic | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| Djibouti | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Ecuador | Cannot fulfill requirements |
| Egypt | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Ethiopia | No known restrictions |
| European Union | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| French Polynesia | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Hong Kong | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Iceland | No known restrictions |
| India | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Indonesia | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Japan | Phytosanitary certificate required; subject to blotter testing on arrival |
| Jordan | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Kenya | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| South Korea | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Kuwait | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Lebanon | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Malaysia | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Mali | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Mauritius | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Mexico | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Morocco | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| New Zealand | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; many species restricted |
| Nigeria | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Norway | No known restrictions |
| Oman | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Paraguay | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Peru | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Philippines | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Qatar | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Russia | Cannot fulfill requirements |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Saint Lucia | No known restrictions |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Samoa | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Saudi Arabia | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Seychelles | No known restrictions |
| Singapore | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Sint Maarten | No known restrictions |
| Somalia | Phytosanitary certificate required; possible post-entry quarantine |
| South Africa | Phytosanitary certificate required; many species restricted |
| Sri Lanka | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; seeds must be treated (not available) |
| Taiwan | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Thailand | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Trinidad and Tobago | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required; seeds must be treated (not available) |
| Uganda | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Ukraine | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| United Arab Emirates | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Uruguay | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| United Kingdom | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| United States | All products can be shipped to all states and territories |
| Vietnam | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Venezuela | Phytosanitary certificate and import permit required |
| Yemen | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Zambia | Phytosanitary certificate required |
| Zimbabwe | Phytosanitary certificate required; possible post-entry quarantine |
Not Sure About Your Country?
If your country isn’t listed, or if you’re unsure of your country’s requirements, we’re happy to help. Email us at [email protected] with the following details:
- The products you’re interested in
- Destination address and country
- Desired quantities
- Any known local regulations
We’ll do our best to guide you through the process and help ensure your shipment arrives successfully.