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Are exotic pets illegal in Germany?
Partly. Exotic pets are restricted in Germany. Rules vary by state; no national ban or list.
No federal rule; some Lander ban or license dangerous wild animals (Gefahrtierverordnungen), others have none. A national positive list is debated (BMEL consultation 2024; Tierschutzbund), not law.
Source: Lander Gefahrtier rules
Banned (11)Restricted (48)Allowed
- Germany is one of 11 countries where exotic pets are banned, and 48 more restrict them.
- Its neighbours: banned in 3 of 9 (Belgium, Luxembourg and Netherlands).
- In Europe: banned in 5 of 39 countries.
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Other countries that ban exotic pets
Singapore
Costa Rica
Bolivia
Cyprus
Lithuania
Luxembourg
South Korea
Norway
Australia
Belgium
NetherlandsAll 11 on the map ›What else is banned in Germany
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