Veterinary clinic / animal-drug shop licence in Laos: statutory documents, competent authority and legal basis
Who can apply
Both Lao citizens and foreigners may apply; the documents differ.
Competent authority: File at the Livestock & Fisheries Department or provincial agriculture office (Agreement #290).
At a glance
Where to apply: File at the Livestock & Fisheries Department or provincial agriculture office (Agreement #290).
Steps:
- Prepare the eight items under Art.6: application, CV with photo, health certificate (within 3 months), proof of current address, three 3×4 photos, police clearance, an employer certificate (for civil servants) and a location sketch
- File at the livestock or provincial agriculture office
- Premises inspected against Art.5
How long: Per the receiving office notice.
Cost: Per the posted rate.
Statutory document list
Veterinary clinic
- Establishment application (required)
- CV with a photo taken within one year (required)
- Health certificate within 3 months (required)
- Residence proof with photo (required)
- Three 3×4 photos taken within one year (required)
- No-criminal-record certificate (applicant and staff) (required)
- Employer certificate (for civil servants) (optional)
- Location sketch of the premises (required)
Animal-drug shop
- Establishment application (required)
- CV with a photo taken within one year (required)
- Health certificate within 3 months (required)
- Residence proof with photo (required)
- Three 3×4 photos taken within one year (required)
- No-criminal-record certificate (applicant and staff) (required)
- Employer certificate (for civil servants) (optional)
- Location sketch of the premises (required)
Statutory requirements
- Applicant (Art.4): aged 20+, resident in Laos 5 years, staff with a veterinary bachelor degree or above.
- Premises (Art.5): standalone, ≥20㎡, animal pen ≥12㎡, green/blue sign with white letters. Filed at the Livestock & Fisheries Dept or provincial agriculture office.
Common issues
- The shop cannot be mixed with lodging or other trade; too small is rejected (Art.5)
- A qualified veterinarian (bachelor+) is required (Art.4)
Legal basis (Lao Official Gazette texts)
Excerpt: Conditions for Applicants for Opening a Veterinary Clinic. Persons applying to open a veterinary clinic must meet all of the following conditions: 1. Be in good health and at least 20 years of age; 2. …
Excerpt: Premises and Equipment of Veterinary Clinics. The premises and equipment of veterinary clinics must meet the following professional technical standards: 1. …
Excerpt: Application for Opening a Veterinary Clinic. Individuals, legal entities, or organizations intending to operate a veterinary clinic must comply with the conditions set forth in Article 4 of this Agreement and prepare doc …
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for a Veterinary clinic / animal-drug shop licence in Laos?
Both Lao citizens and foreigners may apply; the documents differ. Competent authority: File at the Livestock & Fisheries Department or provincial agriculture office (Agreement #290)..
What documents are required for a Veterinary clinic / animal-drug shop licence in Laos?
7 statutory items: Establishment application; CV with a photo taken within one year; Health certificate within 3 months; Residence proof with photo; Three 3×4 photos taken within one year; No-criminal-record certificate (applicant and staff); Location sketch of the premises. Competent authority: File at the Livestock & Fisheries Department or provincial agriculture office (Agreement #290)..
What is the legal basis for a Veterinary clinic / animal-drug shop licence in Laos?
Based on Agreement on the Management of Veterinary Clinics, Veterinary Drugs, and Veterinary Device Sales Outlets Article 4; Agreement on the Management of Veterinary Clinics, Veterinary Drugs, and Veterinary Device Sales Outlets Article 5; Agreement on the Management of Veterinary Clinics, Veterinary Drugs, and Veterinary Device Sales Outlets Article 6; Law on Livestock and Veterinary (Amended) Article ; Decree on Veterinary Drugs Article . The full texts are available in the LaoPaniti law library, sourced from the Lao Official Gazette.
Are there time limits or hard requirements for a Veterinary clinic / animal-drug shop licence in Laos?
Applicant (Art.4): aged 20+, resident in Laos 5 years, staff with a veterinary bachelor degree or above. Premises (Art.5): standalone, ≥20㎡, animal pen ≥12㎡, green/blue sign with white letters. Filed at the Livestock & Fisheries Dept or provincial agriculture office.
How much does a Veterinary clinic / animal-drug shop licence cost in Laos and how long does it take?
Cost: Per the posted rate.. How long: Per the receiving office notice..
Can LaoPaniti obtain the Veterinary clinic / animal-drug shop licence for me?
LaoPaniti organises the document list, offers online form filling, document upload and pre-check hand-off by staff. It is not a government filing, does not represent acceptance or approval by any authority, and promises neither results nor expedited handling. Formal processing follows the current requirements of the File at the Livestock & Fisheries Department or provincial agriculture office (Agreement #290)..
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