Thinking of attending Canada’s National Andalusian Show, but you are not sure about crossing the Canadian border with horses? It is easy! 

All horses require a coggins (EIA) test, an  attadpapers. Your local Veterinarian can acquire these papers for you.

The coggins or negative EIA (Equine Infectious Anemia) test is valid for 180 days. The Health Certificate, stating your horse is free of contagious disease, within 30 days. Your Veterinarian will have these two papers endorsed by a USDA veterinarian, so do not leave it to the last minute. A comfortable period (for less than a week trip) is two-three weeks prior to travel. (Ensure you leave yourself time to return on the Heath Certificate.)

No veterinary inspection is required at the border for horses temporarily entering Canada provided the horse returns within 30 days of the date of entry. Horses must re-enter at Sumas border crossing.( Near show grounds)

Duty or sales tax will not be assessed for temporary entry.

Persons traveling with the horses must bring a vailid passport  or Nexus card,  if you are not the owner a note from them stating you are bringing your friends horses to the show.

There are three main border crossings within easy access of Chilliwack Heritage Park: Abbotsford/Sumas (604) 854-8029, the Pacific Hwy (176st) (604) 541-3364 and Aldergrove (264th).  Border regulations can change due to contagious outbreaks, to be on the safe side phone prior to leaving home.

We look forward to having you attending the Canadian National Andalusian Show.