Veterinary Permit to Import Poultry

Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries Wealth & Water Resources / Veterinary Quarantine Department

  • Importers & Exporters.

  • The import permit must be applied for at least 15 days prior to the arrival of the animals / poultry or birds.
  • Permits are valid for one month from the date of issue.
  • Application can be submitted for multiple types in a single permit.
  • The Ministry may require additional requirements depending on species, place of origin.
  • The Ministry may specify the entry port.
  • Veterinary Quarantine Department may refuse entry.
  • The Department may order to hold Poultry in quarantine.

  • Veterinary Medical Certificate.
  • Certificate of Origin.

  • Approval of the permits shall be within two hours of the application, during the official working hours and for seven days a week (All days).
  • Release of Shipment round the clock, non-stop 24 hours; i.e. the release of the shipment submitted shall be within two hours of submitting the goods for the inspection of the relevant authority.