Donkeys, Horses and Mules

1. Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI)* issued by an accredited veterinarian within 30 days prior to entry.

   1. Official Identification must be listed individually on the CVI.  
   2. Global Vet Link’s extended equine certificate of veterinary inspection (eeCVI) program may be used in lieu of a CVI.  These extended certificates must meet the following requirements:
      1. The eeCVI must be completed by an accredited veterinarian and is valid for six months from the date of inspection.
      2. The eeCVI must have a negative EIA test valid for the duration of the six- month eeCVI.  
      3. The trip permits must be completely and accurately filled out and submitted prior to movement by the owner for each movement.                                                                                                                            
2. No permit required for equine import.
3. Negative EIA Test required within 12 months prior to entry.
   1. The name of the laboratory, results, date of the test, and the accession number must be listed on the CVI. Blood samples for EIA testing must be collected by an accredited veterinarian. 
   2. Foals under 6 months and accompanied by their EIA-negative dam do not need an EIA test.
      1. If the dam does not accompany the foal, then the foal must test negative for EIA prior to entry into Colorado.

4. Specific events/exhibitions/rodeos/stables may have additional requirements.

   *Please note, if a street address is not available, a physical address must include one of the following: GPS coordinates, intersection, trailhead name, campground name, or game management unit.  

Last updated: 6/26/24