Mexico - Apply for Animal Import Or Export License

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Animal Import Or Export License, the applicant has to approach the National Service of Health, Safety and Food Quality. link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. Ensure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
4. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
5. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
6. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
7. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
8. Then the application will be processed further and all the updates on the application status will be notified through email or by SMS.
9. Once the process gets completed successfully, the applicant has to will get a call regarding the application.
10. The officer conducts any necessary inspections, and verify that all requirements have been met.
11. This may involve inspections of the animals, their health status, and the facilities involved in the import/export process.
12. If the application is approved and all requirements are met, the applicant will be issued an Animal Import or Export License. This license allows you to legally proceed with the import or export of the specified animals.
13. This entire process can be completed within 2 – 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Description of animals
• Health certificates
• CITES permits (if applicable)
• Import or export permits from the originating or destination country (if applicable)
• Quarantine requirements
• Proof of ownership or authorization
• A copy of your identification document (such as a passport or Mexican voter ID).
• Any other documents (if required)

Office Locations & Contacts

National Service of Health, Safety and Food Quality.
Insurgentes Sur 489 Hipódromo 06100 Mexico City
Telephone: 55 5905-1000
Citizen Service: 800 987 9879
Email - [email protected]
Contact link

Eligibility

• Any entity or an individual who intends to Apply for Animal Import Or Export License is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 2 – 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Full name of the applicant
• Age
• Gender
• Applicants nationality
• Contact details
• Address
• Education qualification
• Experience
• Phone number
• E-mail
• Fax
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• An Animal Import or Export License in Mexico is an official authorization granted by the Mexican authorities that allows individuals or entities to legally import or export animals into or out of the country.
• The license is issued to ensure compliance with regulations, promote animal health and welfare, prevent the spread of diseases, and control the trade of protected species.

Information which might help

• Obtaining an Animal Import or Export License is essential for individuals or entities engaged in the legal import or export of animals in Mexico. The license ensures that animal trade activities are conducted in a responsible and regulated manner, protecting both the animals and the environment.

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