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Import Regulations for Horses; Pre-Export Examination
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service published this final rule in the Federal Register on April 10, 2026. It took effect on May 11, 2026.
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What the agency says
We are removing the requirement that horses offered for importation to the United States be accompanied by documentation of pre-export examination occurring within 48 hours of departure from the port of embarkation endorsed by a salaried veterinary medical officer. We have found that logistical barriers prevent affected parties from meeting this requirement at this time. This action removes the requirement, while keeping in place other requirements of the regulations.
Key facts
- Document number
- 2026-06955
- Type
- Final rule
- Action
- Final rule
- Agency
- Agriculture Department; Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
- Published
- April 10, 2026
- Takes effect
- May 11, 2026
- Dates
- Effective May 11, 2026.
- Docket
- Docket No. APHIS-2025-0018
- Regulation ID (RIN)
- 0579-AE88
- Code of Federal Regulations
- 9 CFR 93
- Topics
- Animal diseases; Imports; Livestock; Poultry and poultry products; Reporting and recordkeeping requirements
- Pages
- 3
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