Importing

The import of animals and animal products are controlled to prevent animal disease entering the United Kingdom.

Import licences are issued by Animal Health to permit the importation of animals and animal products into the United Kingdom.

In this section you will find information on:

• Types of licences issued
• General licences
• Importer requirements
• Rabies control, quarantine and the PETS Travel Scheme

The import, export and use for commercial gain of certain endangered species requires a CITES permit. For more information see the Endangered Species web pages.

Popular forms

EC3164 Application of an establishment for approval 'Balai' Directive (PDF 323KB)

EC3163 Application from the owner/manager of a premises for registration - 'Balai' Directive (PDF 510KB)

ID96 Application for Licence to Act as an Authorised Quarantine Premises (PDF 936KB)

ID50 Standard Requirements for the Design, Construction, Operation and Management of Authorised Quarantine Premises for Dogs and Cats (91KB)

ID52B Application for Authorisation/Re-authorisation as a Carry Agent / Portal Carry Agent (PDF 1.15MB)