Granting or renewal of license -

1) No person may operate, manage, set up or operate a veterinary of establishment without a license. This license is initially valid for one year as provisional registration, extendable and renewable for 5 years as permanent registration under provisions stated. 2) A license for the opening or carrying on of a veterinary establishment may only be granted or renewed provided such establishment complies with the provisions of these regulations and of any other law which establishes the payment of fees for the respective practice. 3) Prior to the granting or renewal of a license an inspection may be carried out by a team of officers from the Department comprising three members appointed by the Director and members of State Veterinary Council; Provided that the team members mentioned above may conduct inspection when considered required.