Animals Import

PROCEDURE FOR THE EXPORTATION OF ANIMALS FROM GUYANA

Step 1: –Request for an export permit and completion of export permit application by the exporter.

Step 2: – Health examination of animal.

Step 3: – Determination and granting of export heath certificate for the particular species of animal or bird.

The following are considered:

 Health of the animal to be exported.

 Import requirements of the country to which the animal is exported.

 Vaccination status of the animal to be exported (for dogs and cats) rabies vaccine should be administered 30 days prior to travel in some cases result of a titer test is required.

 Ability of the exporter to fulfill the requirements for importing.

 Presentation of test results and health records.

Step 4: – Preparation and processing of International Export Health Certificate attesting to the health of the animal, (four (4) working days).

Signatures of approval: –Senior Veterinary Officer or a Veterinary Officer so designated, the Chief Executive Officer or Deputy Chief Executive Officer with his seal.

Step 5:– The permit is collected by the applicant or an individual on their behalf via written authorization.

Guyana Livestock Development Agency (GLDA) has advised that there is a processing fee of :

• G$20,000 per animal for imports
• G$5,000 per animal for exports

For additional information and relevant forms please visit their website at www.glda.gy.