APHIS eFile Now Available for Live Animal Permit Applications

APHIS’ Veterinary Services (VS) is excited to announce the launch of the APHIS eFile 17-129 Live Animals Permit application, which provides users a streamlined process for completing and submitting live animal import and transit permit applications.  

Stakeholders can now use the VS Permitting Assistant (VSPA) in APHIS eFile to determine live animal import and transit movement requirements and access a summary of required documentation in APHIS eFile, including permit applications, certificates, and informational letters.  

If the VSPA determines that a permit is required, stakeholders can apply for a live animal permit directly from the VSPA request summary. After completing the VSPA, users can log in using eAuthentication and all VSPA data will pre-populate in the necessary permit application(s).

Users need to create an APHIS eFile account to submit 17-129 Live Animal Permit applications. Please click here to create an APHIS eFile account. For help creating an account and using the new system, refer to our user guides and “How To” videos.  

APHIS eFile will replace APHIS ePermits and in the near future, all permits will be processed only through APHIS eFile.

For questions, please contact 301-851-3300 or VS.Live.Animals.Import.Permits@usda.gov. For more information on APHIS eFile, please visit https://efile.aphis.usda.gov/s/.

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