Section 250-RICR-40-05-3.10 - Application for PermitA. Applications for wild animal possession permits will be made on forms provided by the Department.B. All applications for a wild animal possession permit must include the following for each species: 1. The number, sex, age, and true scientific name and means of permanent individual identification of each individual animal proposed to be imported and/or possessed.2. The carrier and point of first arrival as well as the location where each animal will be kept within the State.3. The purpose for which the wild animal will be imported and possessed.4. The full name and complete street address of the consignee and consignor (P.O. boxes are not acceptable).5. A "health certificate" (certificate of veterinary inspection) issued by a Federally-accredited veterinarian licensed in the State of origin of the exotic animal. The health certificate is to include the results and dates of any testing that was determined necessary by the Director prior to entry into the State of Rhode Island. The health certificate must be as defined in § 3.6(A)(11) of this Part.6. The location where the animal(s) will be held in quarantine upon entry into the State of Rhode Island. This location and all enclosures must be inspected and approved prior to issuance of a wild animal possession permit.7. The location where the animal(s) will be permanently held after release from quarantine. This location and all enclosures must be inspected and approved prior to issuance of a wild animal possession permit.8. The name and address of the veterinarian currently licensed in Rhode Island who will conduct the tests and examinations specified by the Department. A letter from a veterinarian currently licensed in Rhode Island stating that he/she will conduct any testing or examinations as will be required periodically by the Department.9. Except for AZA certified facilities, any person desiring to import or possess a wild animal shall also provide a detailed written description to the Department of the manner in which the animal(s)' nutritional, housing, and exercise needs will be met. Approval of this document must be made prior to issuance of a wild animal possession permit.10. Any other information that the Department may deem to be relevant to the specific request.C. Applicants seeking a permit for an exotic wild animal must also provide the following: 1. Permit fee as specified by R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 4-18-8 or 20-1-21.2. Letter from the Department, Division of Fish and Wildlife, endorsed by the Chief of that division or his/her designee stating that the species is not considered a native species as defined under § 3.6(A)(14) of this Part.D. Applications for the issuance of permits to import or possess exotic or native wild animals must be submitted for processing to: RI Department of Environmental Management, Permitting Center, 235 Promenade Street, Providence, R.I., 02908.250 R.I. Code R. 250-RICR-40-05-3.10
Amended effective 7/11/2021