Import of Dogs and Cats from Group I countries/places

Application Procedure:

*Please read through all the parts carefully before submitting your application.

I. Submit the application document:

1. Fill in the prescribed forms (Form No. AF240) and (Form No. UN110)(Sample Document) (PDF format). Facsimile copies are available from the interactive telephone (852) 2708 8885. The forms can also be obtained by dialing (852) 1823.
2. HKID / Passport of the applicant (photocopy if submitted by post).
3. If the animals are imported for trading purposes, Animal Trader License must be obtained in advance. For details, please visit http://www.pets.gov.hk

II. Pay the Permit Fee

Fee must be paid at the time of the application (unless otherwise stated). Permit fee for a single animal is HK$432. Fee for each additional animal is HK$102 under a same permit for a single shipment.

In person:	Cash or crossed cheque payable to "The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region" is to be paid at the time when an application is submitted.
By post:	Crossed local cheque is acceptable for local application. Cash should not be sent by post.
For overseas application:	Payment shall be by bank draft in HONG KONG CURRENCY payable to "The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region" drawn from a bank in Hong Kong. An overseas applicant may nominate a person or an agent in Hong Kong to apply for permits on his / her behalf.

III. Where to Apply

Either in person or by post to the licensing office:

Permit & Certification Section (Counter No. 10), Import & Export Division, 5th Floor,
Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department, Cheung Sha Wan Government Offices, 303 Cheung Sha Wan Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Office hours:
Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 noon, 1:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. (Close on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays.)

Applicant can also apply for the Special Permit through the Trade Single Window. More information can be viewed at www.tradesinglewindow.hk.

IV. Processing Time

At least 3 working days, subject to provision of all required information (i.e. it takes 5 working days from the date of receipt of application and permit fee to the date of issue).

Please apply well in advance and make allowances for mailing time, and meet the health requirements such as vaccinations and/or blood tests.

V. Dispatch of Permit

• By ordinary mail (local) or air mail (overseas) to the address as indicated in the application form. Please enclose a self-addressed envelope together with the application (No stamp is required).
• To avoid postal delay, the applicant may choose to pick up the permit at the licensing office in person or by an appointed agent. The permit will not be dispatched by fax nor email.

VI. Validity of Permit

• Valid for 6 months and for one consignment only. Animals must be imported on or before the expiry date of the permit.
• If extension is required, application and fee must be submitted before the permit expired.
• The permit will only be extended for 30 days in every application, and it takes 3 working days for the extension process from the date of receipt of application and fee.

Import Requirements

Please read the permit terms carefully to ensure the full compliance before importation of animals. Failure to comply with the Permit Terms may render the animals to be returned to the country / place of export or quarantined for a period determined by the Senior Veterinary Officer at the cost and risk of the permittee / agent. The permittee / agent may be prosecuted.

The documents dispatch with Special Permit shall prevail.

Permit Terms	DC-01V04
Forms of Animal Health Certificate	VC-DC1 (Sample Document)
Airline Certificate (Captain's Affidavit)	PC101 (Sample Document)

  Important Reminder

Enquiry

Tel : (852) - 1823
Email : icsenquiry@afcd.gov.hk

 

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