Animal Transport to the UK: Documents and Records You need
Transporting livestock and pets requires careful planning, adherence to regulations, and a deep commitment to animal welfare. Whether you're transporting animals for yourself or a third party, it’s essential to ensure every step of the journey meets the highest standards of care and compliance. At JCS Livestock, we specialize in providing top-notch Livestock transportation services tailored to the specific needs of owners. Transporter Authorisation If you transport animals over 65km by air, road, rail, or sea in Great Britain (England, Scotland, and Wales), you must have a UK-issued transporter authorisation. This is a critical requirement to ensure the welfare of animals during transit. Type 1 Authorisation : For journeys over 65km and up to 8 hours. Type 2 Authorisation : For journeys over 8 hours. You can apply for transporter authorisation through the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA). Remember, applications can take up to 10 working days to process, so it's best to ...