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How to apply to import, export or re-export endangered animal and plant species on the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) list.
When your pet must go in quarantine, how to book a pet carrier and quarantine premises, and how to get your pet released from quarantine.
Check if your import, export or re-export needs a permit or certificate under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
How to apply for a licence to offer boarding for cats and dogs, and the conditions you'll need to meet.
Bringing pets into Great Britain: pet passports, Great Britain pet health certificates, microchipping, rabies vaccinations, travelling with assistance dogs.
Forms to apply for a licence to operate as a quarantine premises for dogs and cats.
Guidance and legislation covering pet welfare and animal cruelty.
Guidance and regulatory advice on how to apply for licences issued under ASPA and how your compliance with ASPA and your licence conditions will be assessed.
How to import animals and animal products to Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales), the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man from non-EU countries.
What to do if you’re bringing your pet or pets to Great Britain: quarantine rules, documents you need, types of animal you can bring.
Apply for a licence to import live animals (not pet dogs, cats and ferrets).
If you buy a pet dog or cat, it’s important that you make checks to help combat the illegal trade in pet animals.
Licences and authorisations to import genetic material, research and diagnostic samples, trade samples and display items, and some live animals and animal products.
Licence and registration application information for companies that deal in precursor chemicals.
Information for British nationals residing in Armenia, including advice on health, education, benefits, residence requirements and more.
You need a licence to keep certain kinds of wild or dangerous animals: contact your council for more information
Information on the different types of commercial fishing vessel licences.
What you need to do if you find, own or look after a listed invasive non-native (alien) animal in England and Wales.
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