In view of the propagation of the COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) internationally, as a precautionary measure, a temporary ban was imposed on importation of live animals and fish from China, Italy, Iran, South Korea, Switzerland, Reunion Island and all European Union countries as from 16 March 2020. Taking into consideration, currently available information on Covid-19 from the the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the World Animal Health Organisation, specifically on trade of live animal and animal products, the temporary ban has been lifted.