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Importers and import agents need to use IPAFFS to notify authorities about imports to Great Britain.
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.
Changes to import controls for animals and products of animal origin.
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Licences and authorisations to import genetic material, research and diagnostic samples, trade samples and display items, and some live animals and animal products.
A list of organisations in England, Scotland and Wales that inspect and certify animals and animal products for export. The list does not include every certifier.
How to import or move live animals and germinal products from the EU to Great Britain.
Information about Sevington BCP and the checks that take place there.
Where Great Britain will accept verifiable PDF GB health certificates from, to import live animals and animal products through TRACES or other systems.
Information to help businesses prepare for a new approach to importing goods to Great Britain under the Border Target Operating Model.
Information on what a border control post (BCP) is and the sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) checks that take place there.
Technical information about the import requirements for live animals and germplasm, for use by vets, importers and border officials.
How to get and maintain a CSO qualification, and what to do if you want to end your authorisation.
Guidance for vets, importers and border control officials when importing live or genetic material of dogs, cats or ferrets to Great Britain.
What cattle keepers must do when they import or move cattle into England or Wales, including passport and ear tagging rules.
What breed societies and organisations need a zootechnical certificate for, and what information it must include.
Getting official recognition to trade animals and germinal products with other countries on zootechnical terms.
When and how to tag sheep and goats imported into England, what to record in your holding register and how to report the movement.
Guidance for vets, importers and border control officials when importing live birds, poultry or poultry products to Great Britain.
Clarifications on technical information about the import requirements for live animals and germplasm, for use by vets, importers and border officials.
Fees to have your consignment checked at a border control post by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA).
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