Using the Veterinary Export Health Certification System (VEHCS)
The Veterinary Export Health Certification System (VEHCS) is APHIS’ secure online system for creating, issuing (complete, sign, date), submitting, and endorsing health certificates for international export of live animals and germplasm from the United States to other countries. We've compiled a number of resources to help you successfully use the system.
Veterinary Export Health Certification System
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VEHCS User Guides
About VEHCS
APHIS accepts electronic signatures from USDA-accredited veterinarians for issuance of all live animal export health certificates, regardless of country of destination. To learn more, view this World Trade Organization (WTO) notification (123.1 KB) and check out the resources below.
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VEHCS Help
From eAuthentication support to VEHCS troubleshooting, our experts are ready to help.
User ID, password, and technical support related to login:
eAuthentication Support
Email: aehd@usda.gov
VEHCS/PCIT technical support, organization administration issues:
VEHCS/PCIT Help Desk
Email: pcithelpdesk@usda.gov
APHIS Endorsement Offices
Our endorsement offices can answer questions about issuing export certificates, interpreting regulations and requirements, saving and uploading PDF files, certificate status, payment (user fees), creating and uploading shipping labels, and accreditation.