Import & Export
Emergency Information
See emergency import and export information.
Import
To import llamas, alpacas, guanacos, vicunas, or camels into New York State you must have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection issued by an accredited veterinarian in the 30 days preceding importation.
There is no permit number required to import llamas, alpacas, guanacos, vicunas, or camels into New York State.
Special Considerations
New York City has its own regulations regarding animals coming into city limits in addition to New York State import requirements. Cattle going to New York City for any reason need to meet New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene regulations. Please visit their website or call (646) 364-1783.
Fair Information
The Department's Division of Animal Industry sets guidelines to help ensure the health and safety of animals at county fairs across New York, in addition to the Great New York State Fair. Animal health requirements for 2025 county fairs and the New York State Fair will be posted here when they are available. Learn more about fairs in New York.
USDA has released updated recommendations on how to minimize influenza transmission at dairy cattle livestock exhibitions. Read the recommendations here.