# Policy and Regulation Basis
Article 51 of Animal Epidemic Prevention Law of the People's Republic of China
To establish an institution engaging in animal diagnosis and treatment activities, it shall apply to the veterinary administrative department of the local people's government at or above the county level for an animal diagnosis and treatment license. The veterinary administrative department that accepts the application shall conduct examination in accordance with this Law and the Administrative License Law of the People's Republic of China. Animal diagnosis and treatment license shall be issued to those who pass the examinationDisqualification, the applicant shall be notified and reasons given.