Get Akc Foreign Registration

The AKC Foreign Registration application allows individuals to register their dogs with the American Kennel Club. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions on how to accurately complete the online application, ensuring all necessary requirements are met.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your AKC Foreign Registration application.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin with Section I, where you will provide basic information about your dog, including the dog's registration number, registry, country of birth, name, date of birth, sex, breed, color, and markings.
3. Next, fill out Section II to indicate the date the dog arrived in the United States.
4. Move to Section III, which requires details of the importer (first U.S. owner). Include signatures of the individual(s) who brought the dog into the USA, their printed names, address, the seller's information, and the date of purchase.
5. If applicable, complete Section IV for the first transfer of dog ownership in the USA. This section must be signed by the current owner or co-owner and will note the name and contact information of the new owner.
6. In Section V, complete the second transfer statement if the dog has changed ownership again. Again, provide the necessary information and signatures.
7. Proceed to Section VI, where you will provide the dog's positive identification details, such as microchip or tattoo information, and indicate if this identification is registered with an organization.
8. In Section VII, certify the authenticity of the application by signing and providing contact information for both the owner and co-owner.
9. Complete Section VIII by including two 3”x 5” color photographs of the dog: one close-up front view and one close-up side view. Ensure the photos are carefully placed and not glued.
10. Lastly, review the completed application for accuracy, save any changes made, and prepare to download, print, or share the form as needed before submission.

Take the next step in your dog's registration by completing the AKC Foreign Registration application online today.