Invasive Species Permit
Allows a person to either:
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Possess with intent to sell, import, purchase, transport or introduce a prohibited invasive species for research, education or other approved activity, or
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Introduce a regulated invasive species into a free-living state in New York State.
License Details
Fee
There is no fee for this license.
License Duration
This permit shall take effect on the date it is approved by the Department, and shall expire five years thereafter, or upon completion of the approved activity, whichever occurs first.
Age Requirement
There is no age requirement for this license.
What This License Allows:
- Possess a prohibited invasive species with intent to:
- Sell
- Import
- Purchase
- Transport
- Introduce
- Introduce a regulated invasive species into a free-living state
What This License Does Not Allow:
A permit is not required to:
- Possess or transport a prohibited or regulated invasive species for the purposes of control or management of existing invasive species.
Other Pertinent Information
- If the possession or introduction of the invasive species is to occur on public land, a written letter of permission must be obtained from the administrating agency before such occurs.
How to Apply
- After completing Part 1 of this permit, submit the original completed application to the appropriate regional office: Attention: Natural Resource Supervisor
- Complete and submit the Invasive Species Permit Application (PDF)
Other Licenses or Documents You May Need
This permit does not affect the authority of the Department of Agriculture and Markets. The Department of Agriculture and Markets shall inspect registered growers and dealers of plant material pursuant to Agriculture and Markets Law, Article 14 section 166, for compliance with 6 NYCRR Part 575.
Renewing & Reporting
License Renewal
A renewal request must be received prior to the expiration date of any existing license.
Annual Reporting
Each permittee shall keep a current, correct and complete record of all permit activities.
Laws & Regulations
New York Codes Rules and Regulations (NYCRR)
- 6 NYCRR Part 575 Prohibited and Regulated Invasive Species (link leaves DEC website)
Environmental Conservation Law (ECL)
- Section 9-1709 (link leaves DEC website) to find this law click on the link, click on ENV, find Article 9, and click on the law.
- Section 71-0703 (link leaves DEC website) to find this law click on the link, click on ENV, find Article 71, and click on the law.
Contact Information
NYS DEC, Division of Lands and Forests, Invasive Species Coordination Unit
Address: 625 Broadway, Floor 5, Albany, NY 12233-4250
E-mail: isinfo@dec.ny.gov
Phone: 518-402-9405
Additional Resources and Information
Frequently Asked Questions for 6 NYCRR Part 575 and a list of prohibited and regulated species can be found on the NYSDEC Invasive Species Regulations webpage.
Other Related or Similar Licenses
DEC also issues the following licenses for permitting biological control activities:
- Liberation of Fish and Wildlife Bio-control
