21 March 2025
Who does this notice affect?
This notice affects all importers who intend to import dog semen into Australia and officers who assess documentation to support the importation of these animals.
What has changed?
The BICON case for dog semen will be redesigned to assist users understand the import conditions which must be met to import dog semen into Australia. The model veterinary health certificate will also be updated on the department’s website and a link to this certificate will be available through the BICON case. It is anticipated that this work will be complete by the end of March 2025.
There will be no changes to the import conditions.
Importers are advised that the department will continue to accept the current model veterinary health certificate for clearance of dog semen imports prepared and certified prior to 31 March 2025.
Further information
For further information please contact us on 1800 900 090 or email imports@aff.gov.au