Letter of the Committee for Veterinary Control and Surveillance of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan on the introduction of temporary restrictions on the import and transit to the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan from the municipalities of Varde and Vordingborg in Denmark of live poultry and hatching eggs, fluff and feathers, poultry meat, and all types of poultry products that have not undergone proper heat treatment, feed and feed additives for birds, excluding feed additives of

The Committee for Veterinary Control and Surveillance of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan, based on official information from the World Organization for Animal Health (WAHIS), has implemented temporary restrictions, effective from 22 November 2023. These restrictions apply to the import of highly pathogenic avian influenza virus and related products from the municipalities of Varde and Vordingborg in Denmark. The restricted items include live poultry and hatching eggs, fluff and feathers, poultry meat, and all types of poultry products that have not undergone proper heat treatment (at least 70 °C). It also includes feed and feed additives for birds, excluding feed additives of chemical and microbiological synthesis. Furthermore, hunting trophies, such as feathered games, and used equipment for keeping, slaughtering, and butchering birds are prohibited. Additionally, the transit of live birds from the above-mentioned territories through Kazakhstan is not permitted. However, for goods shipped before 22 November 2023, the decision regarding their admission should follow the usual procedure.