Export Live Animals to Denmark
Summary of Requirements
This country is a Member State of the European Union (EU) and accepts English-only health certificates. For species/commodities not listed below, please refer to the European Union webpage.
The European Union (EU) has updated all of its harmonized health certificates in accordance with its Animal Health Law. Regularly check the EU IRegs webpage for the latest export health certificates and the most up-to-date information regarding live animal exports to the EU.
Mink
Effective immediately, Denmark has imposed a ban on imports of live mink. This does not include other mustelids. (November 9, 2020)
Canine Semen
- Canine - Semen - Health Certificate (35.72 KB) (35.72 KB) - June 2008
Taking a Pet to Another Country?
If your species is not listed, the requirements for that species are not known. Exporters who want to ship livestock or germplasm whose requirements are not listed above should have the importer or buyer in the destination country apply for an import permit at the appropriate ministry. This import permit will most likely outline the specific requirements.
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USDA-Accredited Veterinarians
Contact a USDA-accredited veterinarian for questions about your destination country's entry requirements for animals (including any needed vaccinations, tests, or treatments); issuance of health certificates; and status updates on certificate endorsement.
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APHIS Live Animal Industry Team
APHIS Veterinary Services' Industry Team has commodity-specific expertise in export requirements for live animals. Use the contacts below for questions about endorsing an export health certificate or related topics.
Tips for Exporters and Accredited Veterinarians
Endorsement Services
- No in-person or drop-off services.
- For fastest processing, have your accredited veterinarian submit certificates through VEHCS.
- Routine APHIS VEHCS processing services are staffed Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Time (CT), excluding Federal holidays. The time listed in VEHCS reflects GMT.
- Paper certificates are discouraged but may be mailed to one of our two paper endorsement offices (see addresses below).
Status Updates
Endorsement offices cannot confirm delivery or provide status updates. For updates:
- Contact your accredited veterinarian (they can check VEHCS status).
- Use your mail tracking number.
Important Tips
- Ensure accuracy and submit documents as early as possible within the allowed timeline of the destination country to avoid delays.
- Use overnight or Saturday delivery when mailing.
Mailing Addresses
- USDA-APHIS
Attn: VETS
920 Main Campus Dr., Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27606 - USDA-APHIS
Attn: VETS
10365 Old Placerville Rd., Suite 210
Sacramento, CA 95827