Export zoo birds to the Czech Republic: certificate 9017

Apply online to export birds from captive bird establishments to the Czech Republic.

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.

1. Check what you need for your export

Find out about the requirements for export in the guidance notes for certificate 9017 and Cover for 9017EHC.

2. Apply online

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.

Start now

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

Help with your application

In England, Scotland and Wales, call APHA on 03000 200 301.

Find out about call charges.

Updates to this page

Published 23 June 2022
Last updated 16 October 2023 + show all updates
  1. Updated NFG

  2. Guidance notes updated

  3. Guidance notes updated.

  4. First published.