USDA Introduces New Forms for Animal Import Permits
Published Date: 9/26/2025
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Summary
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service wants to start a new form process for moving and importing live animals and animal products. This affects farmers, pet owners, and businesses who need permits to keep things safe and legal. They’re asking for approval soon, so get ready to follow the new rules without extra costs or delays!
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New permit form for animal movements
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service plans a new information-collection (a new form/process) for requesting and issuing permits to move or import live animals and animal products. This will affect farmers, pet owners, and businesses who need those permits and means they will need to use the new form when applying for movement or import permits.
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