Movement Assistance Scheme Closing

Any users of the MAS should note that MAS will close on 30th June 2025.

Defra have confirmed that regular procedures will not change and licenses using the scheme should continue to submit invoices in the usual way for qualifying costs incurred up to and including 30th June 2025. The 90-day settlement terms also remain unchanged, so a movement that occurs on 30th June will have until 30th September 2025 for submission of the invoice to claim reimbursement.

Defra additionally confirm that APHA will continue to settle all correct invoices within 30 days of receipt and that all reimbursements and outstanding actions will be finalised by 31st October 2025. Costs will not be reimbursed or waived on movements of goods and equines that take place after 30th June.