#32026R0486Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/486 amending Annex IV to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/404 regarding Malaysia's authorisation for entry of equine animals into the Union
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This regulation lifts the suspension on the entry of registered horses from Malaysia into the European Union. Malaysia had an African horse sickness (AHS) outbreak in 2020 which led to a suspension of imports since 7 September 2020. No outbreaks have been reported since June 2021, and the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) reinstated Malaysia's AHS-free status in 2023. After reviewing technical documentation provided by Malaysia demonstrating successful eradication of AHS and adequate ongoing controls, the Commission has re-authorised imports. The new entry in Annex IV specifies conditions for registered horses under Sanitary Group E with specific model certificates and re-entry rules.
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Key Changes
- Lifts suspension on registered horse imports from Malaysia that was in place since 7 September 2020
- Re-authorises Malaysia under Sanitary Group E for equine animals in Annex IV
- Applies model certificates: EQUI-X, EQUI-RE-ENTRY-30, EQUI-RE-ENTRY-90-COMP
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Obligations
What this law requires
Accept entry of consignments of registered horses from Malaysia into the Union, effective from 25 March 2026
Classify Malaysia as Sanitary Group E for equine animal imports
Require Malaysian equine shipments to comply with model certificates EQUI-X, EQUI-RE-ENTRY-30, and EQUI-RE-ENTRY-90-COMP
Apply entry requirements specified in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2020/692 for registered horses from Malaysia
Permit entry only of registered horses from Malaysia (not other equine categories)