Uk defra form 2026

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The document outlines the requirements for completing the United Kingdom Animal Transport Certificate, which is necessary for transporting vertebrate animals as part of economic activities. It specifies mandatory information needed for each journey, exemptions for farmers, and guidelines for record-keeping and compliance with Council Regulation (EC) 1/2005. The form aims to ensure proper documentation of animal movements to safeguard animal health.

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Begin by entering the full name and address of the transporter in the designated fields. Ensure all mandatory information is filled out accurately.
Next, provide the full name and address of the owner of the animals if different from section 1. Include their postcode and contact details.
Fill in the registration number of the vehicle and trailer used for transport.
Specify the species of animals being transported and indicate the total number of animals.
Tick the appropriate health status of animals from options such as Slaughter, Production/Fattening, Breeding, or Other.
Enter the full address where animals were loaded, if different from previous sections, along with its postcode.
Provide the full address of the final destination and ensure to include its postcode.
Record important journey details such as date and time of loading, departure, estimated duration, rest stops taken, and unloading times.

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Uk defra form 2026

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