Le décret réglementaire 12/2020 établit les règles applicables au secteur de la production animale et à l'ensemble de la chaîne alimentaire en ce qui concerne l'hygiène des animaux et des produits d'origine animale destinés à la consommation (Regulatory Decree No. 12/2020 establishing the rules applicable to livestock production and the entire food chain with regard to the hygiene of animals and animal products intended for consumption)

Chapter IV of Regulatory Decree No. 12/2020 establishes the rules for the import and transit of animals and animal products in Cabo Verde, with a view to protecting public, animal and environmental health. Imports may take place only with prior health authorization, requested from the veterinary authority at least 15 days before the goods enter the country, and valid for a maximum period of three months. Entry into the country must be exclusively through official inspection posts, where documentary, identity and physical checks will be carried out. Products or animals that do not meet legal requirements are prohibited from entering and circulating. In the event of a health risk, the Government may temporarily suspend imports from certain countries. Imported products must be labelled, identifiable and appropriately packaged, accompanied by valid and recognized health documents. The international transit of animals and products is authorized provided that they do not pose a health risk and are authorized by the countries concerned. In the event of refusal, products may be re-exported or destroyed at the G/SPS/N/CPV/5- 2 - importer's expense.