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Maryland Department of Agriculture

Intrastate equine CVI requirements lifted due to EHV-1 outbreak

The Maryland State Veterinarian’s Office has lifted the requirement for intrastate equine Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (CVIs), effective February 1, 2026.

Updated:

Equine travel requirements

  • Maryland equids traveling within the state must have a valid Coggins test to participate in equine events.
  • While not required, it is recommended that horses traveling intrastate do so with a valid CVI or EECVI.
  • The use of EECVIs has been reinstated.
  • The EHV statement is no longer required on CVIs.
  • Interstate Certificates of Veterinary Inspection are required for equids originating outside of Maryland.

Please note that entry requirements for equids may change. It is the responsibility of the owner or shipper to contact the destination state to confirm current requirements prior to travel.

We sincerely appreciate the collaboration of the equine community during the recent equine herpes virus (EHV-1) outbreak. The proactive efforts of horse owners to implement biosecurity measures and comply with travel documentation played a critical role in preventing disease spread and protecting the health of Maryland’s equine industry.

The Maryland Department of Agriculture State Veterinarian’s Office can be reached at any time at 410-841-5810.​

Effective immediately

Due to the current equine herpes virus (EHV-1) multi-state outbreak, Maryland is instituting the following actions.

  1. The use of EECVI's is suspended until further notice.
  2. Interstate certificates of veterinary inspection (ICVIs) for equids originating from all states are required.
  3. In addition, an intrastate certificate of veterinary inspection is required for all equine events within Maryland.
  4. Equids originating from states with confirmed positive EHV-1 cases will need to be issued within 5 days of travel.
  5. The following statement must be included on all equid CVI's: "The equine(s) listed on this CVI have, during the 21 days prior to the shipment date, not originated from a premises under EHV-1 quarantine, not been exposed to an EHV-1 positive equine, and not attended any event where an EHV-1 positive equine has been confirmed or suspected."

These actions supersede the current animal import regulations on the website. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in regulatory or legal action.

Please be aware that many states are changing their entry requirements for equids. You will need to contact the state of destination for the most current requirements.