Live animals (not pet dogs, cats, ferrets): import licence application
Apply for a licence to import live animals (not pet dogs, cats and ferrets).
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Use form RM01 to apply for a licence to import live animals covered by the Rabies Order (Importation of Dogs, Cats and Other Mammals) 1974.
Guidance note RM01A explains how to complete the form.
This licence does not cover pet dogs, cats or ferrets.
Some imported animals are exempt from quarantine if there is little risk of rabies - APHA will decide if quarantine is necessary when they receive the completed form.
Read more about importing live animals and animal products.
Updates to this page
Last updated 19 August 2024 + show all updates
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Updated the document RM01: Application for a licence to import live animals other than pet dogs, cats and ferrets. The For Official Use Only box at section 4d has been updated with new references to the relevant GB health certificates and import information note. Updated the document RM01A: Guidance notes for application for a licence to import live animals other than pet dogs, cats and ferrets. The link in Section 5 to the Balai approved establishment has been updated.
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Form updated due to data protection statement change.
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AHVLA documents have been re-assigned to the new Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA).
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