State animal health officials have temporarily suspended acceptance of Extended Equine Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (EECVI) movement permits for equine entry due to an ongoing multi-state outbreak of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV). This outbreak has been linked to multiple equine events and requires immediate coordination to prevent further spread.
What This Means for Veterinarians
- Do not issue new EECVIs for equine movement at this time. States are not accepting EECVI movement permits for equine entry during this outbreak period.
- GVL CVIs (Certificates of Veterinary Inspection) are still accepted and can be issued in place of EECVIs for equine movement.
Action Steps for Your Practice
- Cease Issuing EECVIs: Temporarily suspend issuing new EECVIs
- Use GVL CVIs Instead: Continue to issue GVL Certificates of Veterinary Inspection for equine movement as needed. These remain accepted by state animal health officials.
- Notify Your Clients: Inform clients immediately that they cannot travel with EECVI movement permits
- Contact State Officials First: Before any equine movement, clients must contact the destination state's animal health officials directly to:
- Confirm current entry requirements
- Understand any additional restrictions in place
- Determine if additional documentation may be required
- Learn about any quarantine or testing protocols
About This Outbreak
The current EHV outbreak has been traced to multiple equine events across several states. State animal health officials are working collaboratively to contain the spread and protect equine populations. The suspension of EECVI movement permit acceptance is a precautionary measure to allow for enhanced monitoring and control of equine movements during this critical period.
Looking Ahead
We are in close communication with state animal health officials and will notify you immediately when EECVI movement permits are once again accepted for equine movement. We understand this creates challenges for your clients and their travel plans, but these measures are essential for protecting the broader equine population.
Questions?
If you have specific questions about this suspension or need guidance on alternative documentation, please contact your state veterinarian's office.
Thank you for your cooperation and vigilance in protecting equine health during this outbreak.
Last Updated: 11/20/2025
We will continue to update this page as the situation evolves.