Annex B to Directive 88/407/EEC is amended in accordance with Annex I to this Decision.

Annex II to Decision 2004/639/EC is replaced by Annex II to this Decision.

For a transitional period ending 31 March 2006, Member States shall authorise the importation of semen of domestic animals of the bovine species provided that such semen:

1. (a)

   complies with the conditions set out in the model veterinary certificate in Annex II to Decision 2004/639/EC that was applicable before the date of application of the present Decision; and

2. (b)

   is accompanied by such a certificate duly completed.

This Decision shall apply from 1 January 2006.

This Decision is addressed to the Member States.