Commercial export of animals Official veterinary health certificate

First of all, the requirements of the country of destination of the export must be clarified.

Then the animals must be examined for export and a health certificate must be issued.

Information on the requirements of the country of destination of the export can be obtained from the embassy or authorities of the country of destination.

For the examination of animals and for the issuing of health certificates for export, please contact the veterinary office of the district in whose district you are based.

The health certificates required in each case depend on the country of destination and may need to be obtained from the embassy or authorities of that country.

The amount of the fee varies greatly depending on the individual case.

Any deadlines to be met depend on the requirements of the country of destination, in particular the health requirements to be certified, and can vary greatly depending on the animal species and the country of destination.

The processing times vary greatly depending on the individual case.

The rules and regulations of the countries of destination also apply.

• Single Market Animal Health Ordinance (BmTierSSchV)

22.01.2019