While rules vary by state, traveling with horses often requires up-to-date Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (CVI / health certificates), sometimes current within the last month.
Several state animal health departments allow veterinarians and horse owners the option of a six-month health certificate, as long as a current Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) / Coggins test has been provided.
Through the GlobalVetLink platform, veterinarians can create an EECVI online, submit it to their state animal health official electronically and provide owners with online access to create their travel permits 24/7.
Imagine having to pay for separate health papers every time you travel. With EECVIs, you get a six month health certificate for just a few dollars more.
Gayle Spelman, Registered Veterinary Technician, Thomasville Animal HospitalAcceptance of these six month equine health certificates continues to grow among states. Find out why.
The states that are currently participating in the EECVI program include: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming, and District of Columbia.
Many additional states plan on participating but are not able to at this time due to the requirement of a legislative rule change period. We will share information as additional states join the program in the future.
If you have questions about your state participating, please contact your state animal health official. Contact information for each state may be found by searching here.
Hover over a state in the interactive map to learn more about state ID requirements.
