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Mauritius - Obtain Import Permit or License for Cats

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ProcedureEdit

Apply In-Person:

  1. To Obtain an Import Permit or License for Cats in person, the applicant should contact Mauritius Agricultural Services. Contact link
  2. Applicants should obtain the application form from the authority.
  3. The applicant will need to fill in all the information such as the type of live animal, the purpose of import, the origin of the animal, the destination of the animal, and required health and safety measures for transport in the application form.
  4. The applicant will also need to provide copies of valid documents such as a valid import permit from the exporting country, an import license from the Mauritius Ministry of Health and Quality of Life, a certificate of health from the exporting country, and they can be found under the ‘Required Documents” section of this page.
  5. The applicant will also need to submit an application for an import permit to the Ministry of Health and Quality of Life and attach supporting documents. The application must include a full description of the live animals, their origin, destination, and the purpose of their importation.
  6. Applicants should submit the form along with the necessary documents to the relevant authority in Mauritius.
  7. There is no fee for obtaining an import permit or license for live animals’ day-old chicks in Mauritius.
  8. Once all the documents and applications are submitted, the Ministry of Agro-Industry and Food Security will review the application.
  9. If the application is approved, a permit or license will be issued, allowing the import of live animals into Mauritius.
  10. Generally, the process should take around 10-15 working days from the date of submission.



 

Apply Online 

  1. Applicant can Visit the post office and download the application form from this link- link
  2. The applicant should legibly complete the application form as required.
  3. Once the form is accurately completed, the applicant should gather and prepare all the required supporting documents as mentioned in the “Required Documents” section below and attach the documents to the application form in a single file.
  4. There is no fee for obtaining an import permit or license for live animal's day-old chicks in Mauritius.
  5. Then the applicant should submit the application file to the official via email - [email protected].
  6. The official will verify the application and check if all the required documents are provided by the applicant.
  7. Once the application is verified, the applicant will be issued the application acknowledgment receipt.
  8. Then the permit or license application will be forwarded for processing to the authority.
  9. Then the applicant should visit the post office on the date mentioned in the acknowledgment receipt and obtain the permit or license.
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Required DocumentsEdit

  1. Business Registration Certificate
  2. Veterinary Health Certificate
  3. Certificate of Origin
  4. Import Permit from the Ministry of Agriculture & Animal Husbandry
  5. Authorization from the National Veterinary Service
  6. Certificate of Health from the National Veterinary Service
  7. Purchase Invoice
  8. Export Permit from the exporting country
  9. Insurance Certificate
  10. Bill of Lading/ Airway Bill


Office Locations & ContactsEdit



Agro-Industry and Food Security   Central Government Office Address: Level 8 & 9, Renganaden Seeneevassen Bldg, Maillard St, Port Louis, Mauritius RGP3+3R Port Louis, Mauritius Contact number: +2302120854 Tel: +230) 212 0854, +230) 212 2940  Fax: +230) 212 4427  E-mail: [email protected]   or [email protected] Contact other staff: link Location link: Location link Contact link: Contact link

 

Agricultural Services     Agricultural Chemistry Division    Contact Person:   Mrs. H. DOWLUT Position: Principal Scientific Officer Tel: (230) 466 1435/1420 Fax: (230) 466-1559 E mail:   [email protected] / [email protected]

  Agricultural Services (Animal Production Division) Tel: (230) 466 0021/466 0011/ 401 2800 Fax: (230) 465 8510 Email: [email protected]

EligibilityEdit

  • Anyone who is over 18 years old and has a valid Mauritian ID is eligible to apply for an import permit or license for cats.

FeesEdit

  • There is no fee for obtaining an import permit or license for live animal's day-old chicks in Mauritius.

ValidityEdit

  • The validity period of an Import Permit or License is six months from the date of issue.

Documents to UseEdit

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Sample DocumentsEdit

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Processing TimeEdit

  • Generally, the process should take around 10-15 working days from the date of submission.

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InstructionsEdit

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e.g. The state office holds birth records since January 1908.

Required InformationEdit

  • The name of the business and address of the premises.
  • The name of the person responsible for the animals.
  • The purpose of the import.
  • The source and destination of the shipment.
  • The number and type of animals to be imported.
  • The type of transport used to transport the animals.
  • The health and vaccination certificates for the animals.
  • The health and vaccination certificates for the personnel transporting the animals.
  • The quarantine facilities to be used for the animals.
  • The duration of the quarantine period.
  • The contact details of the importer and/or exporter.
  • Any additional information that may be required.

Need for the DocumentEdit

  • By obtaining an import permit or license for cats, it ensures that the cats being imported meet all the necessary requirements for their health and safety, as well as protecting the local environment and wildlife.
  • The import of cats into Mauritius requires a permit or license to ensure that the cats are healthy and free from any contagious diseases or parasites.
  • This helps to protect both the cats and the local animal population from potential health risks.
  • The permit or license also helps to regulate the number of cats being imported into the country, and to ensure that the cats are being handled and cared for properly.

Information which might helpEdit

  • Import of live animals [day-old chicks, livestock for slaughter or breeding, pets (dogs and cats) horses] is authorized subject to certain criteria and conditions, satisfying the Animal Diseases Act, and the Veterinary Services (Duties and powers) Bill.
  • Thus, an application for importation of any live animals and birds, should be done at the Division of Veterinary Service - (Email: [email protected] )

Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit

Please explain what are other uses for obtaining this document/certificate. 

e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External LinksEdit

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OthersEdit

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