Article 179 Special requirements for entry of animals other than ungulates, poultry and aquatic animals originating from, and returning to the Union following a refusal of entry by a third country or territory

the original animal health certificate issued by the competent authority of the Member State of origin, or its electronic equivalents submitted in IMSOC, or an authenticated copy of the official animal health certificate provided by the competent authority of the Member State of origin;

one of the following:

1. (i)

   an official declaration of the competent authority or other public authority of the third country or territory, indicating the reason for refusal;

   or

2. (ii)

   in the case of sealed consignments or unopened containers, a declaration by the operator responsible for the consignment indicating the reason for refusal.

a declaration from the competent authority of the Member State of origin that it agrees to accept the consignment and indicating the place of destination for its return.