Movement Assistance Scheme (MAS) closing
Users of the MAS should note that it will close on 30 June 2025.
Date published: 28 Apr 2026
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 30 June 2025.
The 90-day settlement terms also remain unchanged, so a movement that occurs on 30 June will have until 30 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 31 October 2025. Costs will not be reimbursed or waived on movements of goods and equines that take place after 30 June.
