How to Create Electronic Certificates of Veterinary Inspection
Organizations that transport animals out of state for the purpose of adoption require valid certificates of veterinary inspection (CVI) for each animal being transported. CVIs, commonly called “health certificates,” are regulated at the state level. Many states are moving towards requiring an electronic CVI and will no longer allow the paper USDA 7001 form because the forms are difficult to trace and create a higher risk for fraud. As of February 2025, all ASPCA Animal Relocation team program partners are encouraged to use electronic CVIs.
Electronic CVIs offer many advantages, including the fact that they save time and are easy to edit, read, search, store and share. USDA-accredited veterinarians are ultimately responsible for completing CVIs, ensuring accuracy regarding requirements for animal entry, utilizing acceptable forms and submitting CVIs to the appropriate origin and destination state officials.
Below is a list of companies that offer electronic animal health certificates for interstate movement and an overview of their services. Some of these companies may offer discounts based on non-profit/government status or existing partnerships. Note that the ASPCA does not officially recommend any of these companies, nor are we affiliated with any of them. You should discuss this information with the USDA-accredited veterinarian who completes your CVIs.
- Fast, easy eCVI creation and submission for all species
- Auto-fill options for animal and organization information
- Automatic CVI delivery to state veterinary offices
- Easy-to-read standardized certificate layout
- Precise identification including digital photos
- Approved for use in all 50 states
- USDA-approved digital signature technology
- Mobile capability
- Subscription and/or per certificate fees may apply
- Free digital Rabies Vaccination Certificates
- Free electronic submission of CVIs
- Approved for export to all US state
- Only approved for submission from 16 states (as of 2/2025)
- Ability to submit electronic CVI from a mobile device
- Enhances animal disease traceability
- Provides service for both large and small animals
Veterinary Services Process Streamlining (VSPS)
- Provides service for livestock animals, such as equine and bovine only (no dogs and cats)
- Free, web-based CVI option developed and administered by USDA/APHIS
- Approved for use in all states
- Requires Level 2 eAuthentication with USDA. eAuthentication is a registration process that enables users to securely access USDA web applications and services. Read the steps for creating a Level 2 e-Authentication account.
- Used for both large and small animals
- Can be used in remote areas, then submitted when connected to the internet
- Automatically sends completed eCVIs to State Animal Health Officials
- Ability to save templates for returning clients
- Cost per CVI, no monthly fees
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