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Permits

Register to Use ePermits
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To access ePermits, you must have a USDA eAuthentication account. eAuthentication is a registration system that enables customers to access USDA Web applications and services via the Internet.

The USDA eAuthentication system supports different levels of authentication. ePermits requires a Level 2 authentication for most permit applications. 

Exceptions to the Level 2 requirement are made for the APHIS Form 2005 (Application for Permit for the Research and Evaluation or Transit Shipment of Veterinary Biological Products) and also for some biotechnology epermits and notifications.  Please click here for more information about Biotechnology eAuthentication Requirements.

Create an eAuthentication Account to access ePermits

eAuthentication Account Restrictions:
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  • After 180 days with no login, your USDA eAuthentication password will expire. To use the system again, contact ATAC to unlock your password:

  • After 400 days with no login, your USDA eAuthentication account will be disabled. To unlock your account, contact the eAuthentication Helpdesk:

  • Learn more about USDA eAuthentication password rules.

  • Each person who uses USDA eAuthentication must use his or her own user id. No sharing is allowed. USDA reserves the right to terminate any account if this policy is violated.