The legislation states that if the identity of the horse cannot be established, a vet will need to complete a new identification form before a PIO is able to produce the replacement passport.
Also, any application received outside the statutory time limit will need to be processed as a replacement passport.
The passport will be stamped as a ‘replacement’ and Section IX Part II (or Section II Part II for passports issued from 1 January 2016) will be signed by a BHS representative to declare that the horse is not intended for human consumption.
Obtaining a replacement passport
Please contact the Passport Office to request a replacement form and provide your full name and address details on 02476 840517 or email passports@bhs.org.uk. Alternatively, you can download a replacement form here.
Please note:
- Replacement application forms are posted by second class delivery; please ensure that you have received the replacement application form before booking an appointment with your vet.
- The BHS cannot accept replacement application forms from any other organisation and such paperwork will not be processed and will be immediately returned to the sender.
Microchips
If the horse is already microchipped, the vet will verify the number and record this on the replacement application form. If the horse is not microchipped, it is a legal requirement for the vet to implant a microchip before the replacement passport can be issued.
Key points to remember when completing the application
To help prevent any delays in your application being processed or an incorrect application being returned, please:
Cost of application
Replacement passports cost £25.
For registered charities replacement passports cost £15.
All passports are sent out by recorded delivery (Signed For™) at no additional cost.
Processing Time
Upon receipt of a replacement application form, the BHS will usually issue your horse’s passport within 15 working days.
