Get Vs Form 17 129

The VS Form 17 129 is essential for obtaining an import or in-transit permit for live animals, semen, embryos, or hatching eggs. This guide will provide you with comprehensive instructions on how to complete the form accurately to ensure a smooth application process.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your application.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your preferred editing tool.
2. Fill out Box 1 by entering the shipper's contact information located in the exporting country. If no specific shipper is involved, provide the exporter’s contact information.
3. In Box 2, provide details for the importer, which could be a person, agent, or company, making sure to include a U.S. point of contact with their name, address, and telephone number.
4. For Box 3, indicate the port in the exporting country where the shipment will begin, along with any other ports that will be part of the journey before arriving in the U.S.
5. In Box 4, list the country of origin for the shipment and any additional countries that will be part of the transportation route before reaching the U.S.
6. For Box 5, state the types of transportation that will be used to move the shipment to the U.S. port of entry. If applicable, include flight numbers for planes arriving at U.S. airports.
7. Complete Box 6 by detailing the number of animals or doses of semen, embryos, or hatching eggs. Include the breed, species, and a physical description of the animals as needed.
8. In Box 6E, clarify the purpose of importation by indicating whether the shipment is an import or a transit.
9. Provide information in Box 7 about all ports or points that will be involved in the transport to or through the U.S.
10. Boxes 8 and 9 should reflect the proposed shipping and entry dates, noting that permits have different validity periods depending on the type of shipment.
11. List the first port of arrival in the U.S. in Box 10.
12. Box 11 should be left blank for transits; however, in Box 12 provide the receiving party's contact information, ensuring to distinguish between animals requiring and not requiring USDA quarantine.
13. In Box 13, include an email address if available, specify the payment method, and any additional information that you wish to convey.
14. Once completed, submit the VS Form 17-129 by faxing it to 301-734-4704 or mailing it to the USDA APHIS VS National Center for Import and Export.
15. After submission, expect a review from the National Center for Import and Export. If requirements are met, a permit will be issued within 7 to 10 business days.
16. Ensure to communicate with NCIE at (301) 851-3300 for any inquiries regarding the importation process.

Complete the VS Form 17 129 online today to ensure your importation process is efficient and compliant.