{"id":19203,"date":"2026-07-25T15:36:57","date_gmt":"2026-07-25T08:36:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/?p=19203"},"modified":"2026-07-25T15:36:57","modified_gmt":"2026-07-25T08:36:57","slug":"animal-quarantine-procedures-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vietstock.org\/en\/industry-news\/animal-quarantine-procedures-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Animal Quarantine Procedures 2026: Registration, Inspection, and Certificate Issuance Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"

Animal quarantine is not completed through a single document submission. It is a sequence of activities that begins with identifying the correct procedure and continues through document review, physical inspection, sample testing when required, certificate issuance, transportation, and record retention.<\/span><\/p>\n

For farms and businesses, delays often occur not because the application form is difficult to complete, but because the consignment is not ready when the authority arrives, information differs across documents, the wrong receiving authority is contacted, or the transport schedule is arranged before the procedure is completed.<\/span><\/p>\n

A practical quarantine workflow should therefore coordinate four elements:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. The consignment;<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. The application documents;<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. The inspection location and transport vehicle;<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. The people responsible for each stage.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    This article explains the animal quarantine procedure as an operational timeline, from the initial eligibility check to the final review of the Animal Quarantine Certificate.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Legal and Professional Note<\/b><\/h2>\n

    This article provides practical guidance and does not replace official legal documents, published administrative procedures, or instructions from the competent veterinary authority.<\/span><\/p>\n

    In 2026, terrestrial-animal quarantine is governed by the Law on Veterinary Medicine and Circular 01\/2026\/TT-BNNMT. The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment also issued Consolidated Document 67\/VBHN-BNNMT on 12 June 2026 for regulations on the quarantine of terrestrial animals and terrestrial animal products. Aquatic-animal quarantine is separately regulated by Circular 03\/2026\/TT-BNNMT, which took effect on 13 January 2026. Applicants should check the latest official or consolidated text before carrying out a procedure.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Requirements may vary according to species, product type, origin, destination, transport purpose, disease situation, market requirements, and administrative assignment.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Key Takeaways<\/b><\/h2>\n
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    • Quarantine procedures commonly involve registration, document review, inspection, technical measures when required, and certificate issuance.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • The first step is to determine whether the consignment is subject to quarantine and which procedure applies.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Terrestrial and aquatic consignments follow separate regulations.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Document submission does not mean the procedure has been completed.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • The actual consignment, inspection site, vehicle, and supporting records must be ready for verification.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Not every consignment requires sample testing.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • If testing is required, the transport schedule should allow enough time for sampling and results.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • The certificate must be reviewed before the vehicle departs.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Changes to the quantity, destination, vehicle, route, or shipment structure should be reported to the issuing authority.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Previous experience with another shipment should not be applied mechanically to a new consignment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      1. Animal Quarantine Workflow at a Glance<\/b><\/h2>\n
      \"Staff
      A complete animal quarantine workflow includes document preparation, inspection, certificate issuance and shipment record management.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

      A quarantine procedure can be divided into ten operating stages.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      Stage<\/b><\/td>\nMain activity<\/b><\/td>\nExpected output<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      1<\/span><\/td>\nIdentify the consignment and procedure<\/span><\/td>\nCorrect quarantine route<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      2<\/span><\/td>\nAssign responsibilities and establish the schedule<\/span><\/td>\nInternal action plan<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      3<\/span><\/td>\nPrepare the master consignment information<\/span><\/td>\nConsistent source data<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      4<\/span><\/td>\nBuild and submit the application<\/span><\/td>\nAccepted application file<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      5<\/span><\/td>\nRespond to document review<\/span><\/td>\nComplete and valid documents<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      6<\/span><\/td>\nPrepare the consignment and inspection location<\/span><\/td>\nInspection-ready shipment<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      7<\/span><\/td>\nCooperate during physical inspection<\/span><\/td>\nInspection record or findings<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      8<\/span><\/td>\nManage sampling or corrective actions<\/span><\/td>\nTest results or completed measures<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      9<\/span><\/td>\nReceive and review the certificate<\/span><\/td>\nAccurate valid certificate<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      10<\/span><\/td>\nTransport and retain records<\/span><\/td>\nTraceable completed shipment<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

      The stages may vary according to domestic transport, export, import, transit, and the type of animal or product.<\/span><\/p>\n

      2. Stage 1: Identify the Correct Procedure<\/b><\/h2>\n

      Before preparing any document, the consignment owner should determine exactly what is being transported and under which regulatory route.<\/span><\/p>\n

      2.1 Identify the subject group<\/b><\/h3>\n

      Confirm whether the consignment consists of:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Terrestrial animals;<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Terrestrial animal products;<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Aquatic animals;<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Aquatic animal products;<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Reproductive materials;<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Biological materials;<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Disease specimens;<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Another regulated product of animal origin.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Do not apply terrestrial procedures to aquatic consignments or use aquatic forms for terrestrial products.<\/span><\/p>\n

        2.2 Identify the direction of movement<\/b><\/h3>\n

        Determine whether the movement is:<\/span><\/p>\n

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        • Within the same province;<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Outside the province of origin;<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Export;<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Import;<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Transit;<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Temporary import for re-export;<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Temporary export for re-import;<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Border-gate transfer;<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Bonded-warehouse movement;<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Another regulated form.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          2.3 Identify the purpose<\/b><\/h3>\n

          The purpose may affect the applicable requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n

          Examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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          • Commercial farming;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Breeding;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Slaughter;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Processing;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Trade;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Research;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Exhibition;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Competition;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Export production;<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Personal or companion-animal movement.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            2.4 Check the disease situation<\/b><\/h3>\n

            Before confirming the transport schedule, check whether the origin, destination, or route is affected by:<\/span><\/p>\n

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            • A declared animal-disease outbreak;<\/span><\/li>\n
            • A threatened zone;<\/span><\/li>\n
            • A buffer zone;<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Temporary movement controls;<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Additional disease-surveillance requirements;<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Local veterinary instructions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              A procedure that was accepted for a previous shipment may need to be adjusted if the disease situation has changed.<\/span><\/p>\n

              2.5 Check whether an exemption applies<\/b><\/h3>\n

              Some products may be exempt from quarantine under specific conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n

              However, exemption should be confirmed based on:<\/span><\/p>\n

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              • The exact product;<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Processing method;<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Intended use;<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Origin;<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Applicable appendix;<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Conditions stated in the current regulation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Commercial packaging, freezing, or heat treatment does not automatically establish an exemption in every case.<\/span><\/p>\n

                3. Stage 2: Assign Responsibilities Before Registration<\/b><\/h2>\n
                \"Employee
                Farms, veterinary teams, logistics providers and consignment owners should assign responsibilities before submitting the quarantine application.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

                Quarantine procedures often involve several parties:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                • Farm owner;<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Consignment owner;<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Veterinary team;<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Sales department;<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Logistics company;<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Transport operator;<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Slaughterhouse or processing facility;<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Customs broker;<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Import-export department;<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Receiving facility.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  The parties should agree on responsibilities before documents are prepared.<\/span><\/p>\n

                  Suggested responsibility matrix<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                  Activity<\/b><\/td>\nFarm or origin facility<\/b><\/td>\nConsignment owner<\/b><\/td>\nVeterinary team<\/b><\/td>\nTransport operator<\/b><\/td>\nReceiving facility<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Confirm animal or product information<\/span><\/td>\nResponsible<\/span><\/td>\nReviews<\/span><\/td>\nSupports<\/span><\/td>\n\u2014<\/span><\/td>\nConfirms receipt details<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Prepare health records<\/span><\/td>\nSupports<\/span><\/td>\nCollects<\/span><\/td>\nResponsible<\/span><\/td>\n\u2014<\/span><\/td>\nMay review<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Submit quarantine application<\/span><\/td>\nSupports<\/span><\/td>\nResponsible<\/span><\/td>\nMay assist<\/span><\/td>\n\u2014<\/span><\/td>\n\u2014<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Prepare inspection area<\/span><\/td>\nResponsible<\/span><\/td>\nCoordinates<\/span><\/td>\nSupports<\/span><\/td>\n\u2014<\/span><\/td>\n\u2014<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Prepare vehicle<\/span><\/td>\n\u2014<\/span><\/td>\nCoordinates<\/span><\/td>\nMay inspect<\/span><\/td>\nResponsible<\/span><\/td>\n\u2014<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Support physical inspection<\/span><\/td>\nResponsible<\/span><\/td>\nResponsible<\/span><\/td>\nSupports<\/span><\/td>\nMay attend<\/span><\/td>\n\u2014<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Carry certificate<\/span><\/td>\n\u2014<\/span><\/td>\nAssigns<\/span><\/td>\n\u2014<\/span><\/td>\nResponsible<\/span><\/td>\nVerifies upon receipt<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                  Retain records<\/span><\/td>\nKeeps farm records<\/span><\/td>\nKeeps shipment file<\/span><\/td>\nKeeps technical records<\/span><\/td>\nKeeps transport records<\/span><\/td>\nKeeps receipt records<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

                  The actual division of responsibility may differ, but it should be documented internally.<\/span><\/p>\n

                  4. Stage 3: Establish a Quarantine Timeline<\/b><\/h2>\n

                  The transport date should be planned around the quarantine procedure, not the other way around.<\/span><\/p>\n

                  A practical timeline should include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                  • Target delivery date;<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Expected vehicle departure;<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Application submission date;<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Inspection date;<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Possible sampling date;<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Estimated testing period;<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Time for correcting documents;<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Time for cleaning or disinfecting the vehicle;<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Time for reviewing and issuing the certificate.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Three planning scenarios<\/b><\/h3>\n

                    Scenario A: No testing expected<\/b><\/h4>\n

                    The timeline mainly includes:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                    • Document preparation;<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Submission;<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Inspection scheduling;<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Physical inspection;<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Certificate issuance;<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Transport.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      Scenario B: Testing may be required<\/b><\/h4>\n

                      Additional time is needed for:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                      • Sample collection;<\/span><\/li>\n
                      • Sample transportation;<\/span><\/li>\n
                      • Laboratory processing;<\/span><\/li>\n
                      • Result review;<\/span><\/li>\n
                      • Possible retesting or corrective measures.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Scenario C: Export or import<\/b><\/h4>\n

                        The timeline may also need to include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                        • Market approval;<\/span><\/li>\n
                        • International veterinary certificate requirements;<\/span><\/li>\n
                        • Customs procedures;<\/span><\/li>\n
                        • Facility verification;<\/span><\/li>\n
                        • Isolation;<\/span><\/li>\n
                        • Border-gate inspection;<\/span><\/li>\n
                        • Storage while awaiting results;<\/span><\/li>\n
                        • Coordination with shipping or container schedules.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Registration should not be delayed until the animals are already loaded or the container is waiting at the port.<\/span><\/p>\n

                          5. Stage 4: Create a Master Consignment Information Sheet<\/b><\/h2>\n

                          Before completing the official application, the consignment owner should prepare one master information sheet.<\/span><\/p>\n

                          This sheet should be the single source used by all departments.<\/span><\/p>\n

                          Applicant information<\/b><\/h3>\n
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                          • Legal name or individual name;<\/span><\/li>\n
                          • Address;<\/span><\/li>\n
                          • Contact person;<\/span><\/li>\n
                          • Telephone number;<\/span><\/li>\n
                          • Business information where applicable;<\/span><\/li>\n
                          • Authorized representative.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Consignment information<\/b><\/h3>\n
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                            • Species or product name;<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • Breed or category when relevant;<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • Quantity;<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • Weight;<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • Number of packages;<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • Batch or lot number;<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • Identification marks;<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • Intended use.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                              Movement information<\/b><\/h3>\n
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                              • Place of origin;<\/span><\/li>\n
                              • Inspection location;<\/span><\/li>\n
                              • Destination;<\/span><\/li>\n
                              • Expected transport date;<\/span><\/li>\n
                              • Route;<\/span><\/li>\n
                              • Receiving facility.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                Vehicle information<\/b><\/h3>\n
                                  \n
                                • Vehicle registration number;<\/span><\/li>\n
                                • Vehicle type;<\/span><\/li>\n
                                • Container number where applicable;<\/span><\/li>\n
                                • Transport operator;<\/span><\/li>\n
                                • Temperature-control requirements;<\/span><\/li>\n
                                • Expected loading time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  Supporting information<\/b><\/h3>\n