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Pet Store (Vertebrates), Permit

  • Service description

    If you wish to trade in vertebrates, you must obtain a permit from your local veterinary office. Note

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    When trading in protected species, you are also required to file a report with the regional council, including proof of origin and an EC certificate.
     

  • What documents are required?

    • Extract from the commercial register of the country where the company's principal place of business is located
    • Translation of an Extract from the Commercial Register
    • Certificate of Competence
    • informal request
    • Identification card / passport and certificate of residence from the municipality of residence
  • What fees apply?

    The following applies:

    • General Administrative Cost Regulations and
    • The Administrative Cost Regulations for the Ministry of the Environment, Climate Protection, Agriculture, and Consumer Protection.

    To find out the exact amount, it is recommended that you contact the appropriate veterinary office.

  • Legal basis

    • § 11(1), sentence 1, item 3b of the Animal Protection Act (TierSchG)
    • General Administrative Regulation on the Implementation of the Animal Welfare Act
    • Reporting Requirements for Species Conservation: Section 7 of the Federal Species Conservation Ordinance
    • Article 8 of Regulation (EC) No. 338/97 (for the issuance of an EC certificate)
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    A separate platform has been developed for online applications. On this “service platform,” you can submit your applications electronically and do much more! You’re welcome to get a feel for the application in advance without registering first. To do so, use the simulation. To take full advantage of the online application process, you must first register for the online application system.

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