Export thoroughbred horses in continuous training to the USA: certificate 1263
Apply online to export thoroughbred horses in continuous training to the USA.
Exporting from England, Scotland and Wales
If you’re in England, Scotland or Wales, you must apply for this export health certificate (EHC) using the online service.
If you’re in Northern Ireland, you must apply to DAERA.
1. Check what you need for your export
Find out about the requirements for export in the
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You’ll need:
- a Government Gateway account
- a Defra account
If you don’t already have them you’ll need to register for these accounts, and so will your official vet or inspector.
Registration takes around 5 minutes. Official vets and inspectors will also need to have their registration checked by APHA.
Register and sign in as an official vet or inspector.
Read the accessibility statement for this service.
Applying online means you can:
- see the status of your applications
- always use the latest version of the EHC
- copy existing applications
- apply for multiple certificates
Exporting from Northern Ireland
If you’re in Northern Ireland you’ll need to upload your application for DAERA.
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Find out about the requirements for export in the
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Download and fill in
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Make sure you use the latest version of the EHC as they are sometimes updated. The latest version is on this page.
If you do not use the latest version, DAERA will not accept your application.
Help with your application
In England, Scotland and Wales, call APHA on 03000 200 301.
In Northern Ireland, call DAERA on 02877442060.
Updates to this page
Last updated 3 July 2024 + show all updates
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Updated NFG
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Guidance notes updated.
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Update to EHC.
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Piroplasmosis Addendum removed
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Updated EHC and NFG. Guidance notes for Screwworm and FMD SUP certificate added.
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Piroplasmosis Health Certificate Addendum document has been added to the certificate.
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Guidance notes updated.
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Updated specimen certificate released.
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Specimen certificate and guidance notes updated
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A new version of the EHC has been released.
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Guidance notes updated and application for an APHA Veterinarian countersignature document added
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Added a link to EHC online - a new digital service that allows exporters to apply for and manage their export health certificates online.
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Updated Import Conditions
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First published.