Animal transportation authorisations last for 5 years. A considerable number are due for renewal in 2022. The APHA is advising transporters to request renewal as early as possible prior to their present authorisation ends to guarantee you can continue to run.
It will not cost you anything to renew your authorisation, however carrying animals without the right authorisation brings heavy charges.
Renewing your authorisation
There are 2 kinds of transporter authorisation:
- Type 1 transporter authorisation is needed for journeys over 65km which last no greater than 8 hours
- Type 2 transporter authorisation is for journeys over 8 hours
Renewal kinds are available from the APHA Welfare in Transport group: How to contact the Animal and Plant Health Agency