The importation of embryonic stem cells for research purposes is subject to the prior authorisation of the Agence de la biomédecine. This authorisation may only be granted if the applicant for authorisation certifies that these cells have been obtained in compliance with the fundamental principles set out in articles 16 to 16-8 of the French Civil Code.
The export of embryonic stem cells for research purposes is subject to the same conditions as the import defined in the previous paragraph.