Fees payable in respect of the Council’s performance of functions, provision of services, and carrying on of activities under the Veterinary Practice Act 2005, as amended, are set out in Statutory Instrument, the Veterinary Council of Ireland (Fees) Regulations 2025.

The following fees are set out in this document.

1. Fees in Relation to Registration of Veterinary Practitioners
2. Fees in Relation to Registration of Veterinary Nurses
3. Fees in Relation to Registration of Veterinary Premises (COS)
4. Fees in Relation to Status Confirmation from the Council
5. Fees in Relation to the issue of Replacement Certificates
6. Fees in Relation to Qualifications and CVE Courses
7. Fees in Relation to Copies of or an extract from the Registers

Annual Registration Renewals 2026

The VCI’s annual registration renewals have commenced for 2026 and our new VCI portal is now live. To remain on the Register and continue to practise in 2026, you must complete the registration renewal form and pay your registration renewal fee by no later than 31 December 2025.

You can access the VCI portal here.

Change in Circumstances

If you do not wish to renew your registration, you may voluntarily remove your name from the Register by withdrawing via the VCI portal or by contacting us before 31 December 2025.

If you are experiencing any issues or have any queries or requests, please contact the VCI on 01- 6684402 or email arf@vci.ie