Live animals
Assistance with the customs operations connected to the international movement of live animals.
Documentation and controls
Documentation and controls in the customs operation
Document verification
We check the documentation required for the customs operation, in relation to the species, origin and destination.
Applicable customs formalities
We identify the formalities required for import, export or transit, based on the regulations in force.
Documentary coordination
We coordinate documentation with the parties involved in the operation, such as forwarders, carriers and handlers, strictly with regard to the customs aspects.
Checks by the competent authorities
We support the handling of any checks ordered by the competent customs, health or veterinary authorities.
Variable requirements
Health, veterinary and authorisation requirements can vary depending on the type of animal, the origin and the destination.
Procedure through to completion
We follow the customs procedure through to completion of the formalities within our remit, ensuring clarity on the steps carried out.
Certifications and external requirements
Any health certificates, authorisations or documents required must be available under the applicable regulations; we check their adequacy on a case-by-case basis.
Transport as an external factor
Transport regulations and conditions, including the IATA Live Animals Regulations, may affect the customs documentation. Azzurra 90 manages the customs operation and can coordinate the shipment with suitable specialised operators, who carry out the transport itself.
How we work
How we manage the shipment
Azzurra 90 assists the client with the customs operation relating to live animals: checking documentation, identifying the applicable formalities and coordinating with the competent authorities through to completion of the file. Where required, the shipment can be coordinated with suitable specialised operators, who handle transport, animal welfare and the related requirements.
Related services
Do you need to manage a customs operation involving live animals?
Contact us with the origin, destination and details of the operation. We will check the elements needed to assess the customs handling.
