This Decision establishes the conditions under which Member States may authorize the importation of birds from certain third countries (those specified in Annex D). In particular, birds must: (1) originate from holdings which are registered by the competent authority of the exporting country; (2) be accompanied by an animal health certificate as laid down in Annex A; (3) be transported in cages or crates which are individually identified with the identification number that shall correspond with the identification number indicated on the animal health certificate. In addition, the importer must prove at the border inspection post that an approved quarantine facility or centre will accept the birds. The birds shall be transported directly from the border inspection post to an approved quarantine facility or centre in cages or crates, without prejudice to Council Directive 91/628/EEC (art. 3).
2000-10-16