Home / Dz.U. 1991 nr 8 poz. 27
Law of 21 December 1990 on the veterinary profession and veterinary chambers.
Ustawa z dnia 21 grudnia 1990 r. o zawodzie lekarza weterynarii i izbach lekarsko-weterynaryjnych.
Type
Law (Ustawa)
Status
act has a consolidated text (akt posiada tekst jednolity)
Announced
1990-12-21
Entry into force
1991-07-29
Texts
The consolidated text (tekst ujednolicony) is unofficial; only the signed PDFs from Dziennik Ustaw / Monitor Polski are legally authentic.
Keywords
slaughter animal inspectionFinancial EconomyPharmaceutical Meansdisciplinary proceedingsregistersveterinary medical chambersveterinary serviceVeterinariansanimalsprofessional self-government
Related acts
Repealed Acts (3)
Acts Declared Repealed (2)
Implementing Regulations (28)
- Announcement of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of December 21, 2007, on the list of diplomas and other documents confirming formal qualifications for practicing veterinary medicine by citizens of European Union member states
- Announcement of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of June 9, 2004, on the list of diplomas and other documents confirming formal qualifications for the veterinary profession by citizens of European Union member states
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of December 9, 2022 on the determination of the form of the diploma of a veterinarian with the title of specialist
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of September 7, 2022, on the designation of veterinary areas in which a veterinarian can obtain the title of specialist
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of June 29, 2021, amending the regulation on the procedure and detailed rules for obtaining the title of specialist by a veterinarian
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of 25 September 2020 amending the regulation on the procedure and detailed rules for obtaining the title of specialist by a veterinarian
- Regulation of the Minister of Health of 31 December 2010 amending the regulation on the issuing of prescriptions by veterinarians for medicinal products or prescription drugs intended for humans, which will be used in animals
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of February 7, 2008 amending the regulation on the procedure and detailed rules for obtaining the title of specialist by a veterinarian
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of September 5, 2005, on the form of the certificate of the right to practice veterinary medicine
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of 25 August 2004 on the scope of knowledge of the Polish language by veterinarians who are not citizens of European Union Member States, necessary for the practice of the veterinary profession, the method and procedure for conducting the Polish language examination, and the fee for this examination
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of 25 August 2004 on the scope of knowledge of the Polish language by veterinarians who are citizens of European Union Member States, necessary for the practice of the veterinary profession
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of August 10, 2004 on the form of the certificate of the right to practice as a veterinarian
- Regulation of the Minister of Health of May 9, 2003, on the issuance by veterinarians of prescriptions for medicinal products or prescription drugs intended for humans, which will be used in animals
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of April 23, 2002 on veterinary activities performed by persons not holding the title of veterinarian and the qualifications of these persons.
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of December 9, 2002 on the procedure for proceedings concerning the confirmation of the right to practice veterinary medicine and the detailed rules for maintaining the list of veterinarians holding the right to practice medicine.
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Economy of December 24, 1998 on the qualifications and scope of professional rights of persons not holding a veterinary degree.
- Regulation of the Minister of Health and Social Welfare of March 10, 1995, on the issuance of prescriptions by veterinarians.
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Economy of 28 November 1994 on the procedure and detailed principles for obtaining the title of specialist by a veterinarian.
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Economy of March 14, 1994, amending the regulation on the performance of veterinary activities by persons not holding a veterinary degree.
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Economy of 29 July 1993 on proceedings concerning the professional responsibility of veterinarians.
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Economy of June 20, 1992, on the detailed rules and procedures for proceedings in cases of deprivation or suspension of the right to practice veterinary medicine and for determining incapacity to practice it.
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Economy of March 19, 1992, on the procedure for verifying the right to practice veterinary medicine and the rules for maintaining the register of veterinarians holding the right to practice.
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Economy of September 16, 1991, on the performance of veterinary activities by persons not holding the title of veterinarian.
- Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of December 1, 2022 on the determination of the form of the certificate of veterinary practice
- Announcement of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of June 20, 2024, on the list of diplomas and other documents confirming qualifications for practicing veterinary medicine by citizens of European Union member states
- Announcement of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of January 21, 2022, on the list of diplomas and other documents confirming qualifications for the veterinary profession for citizens of the Member States of the European Union and the authorities competent to issue them
- Announcement of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of June 24, 2013 on the list of diplomas and other documents confirming qualifications for the veterinary profession for citizens of European Union member states
- Announcement of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of August 24, 2011, concerning the list of documents confirming qualifications for the veterinary profession for citizens of Member States of the European Union
Amending Acts (30)
- Law of October 10, 1991, on pharmaceutical products, medical materials, pharmacies, wholesale warehouses, and pharmaceutical supervision. · 1991-02-20
- Law of August 25, 1995, amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers. · 1995-11-08
- Law of April 24, 1997, on combating infectious animal diseases, examination of slaughter animals and meat, and on the State Veterinary Inspection. · 1997-12-14
- Law of July 24, 1998, amending certain laws defining the competences of public administration bodies - in connection with the state's structural reform. · 1999-01-01
- Law of 26 October 2000 amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers. · 2001-01-04
- Law of 23 August 2001 amending the Law on the veterinary profession and veterinary chambers. · 2001-10-05
- Law of July 25, 2001, amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers, the Law on Combating Infectious Animal Diseases, the Examination of Slaughter Animals and Meat, and on Veterinary Inspection, and the Law on the Organization of Animal Husbandry and Breeding. · 2002-02-13
- Law of 30 August 2002 on the amendment of the Law - Provisions introducing the Law - Pharmaceutical Law, the Law on Medical Devices and the Law on the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices and Biocidal Products and the Law on the Medical Profession. · 2002-10-01
- Law of September 6, 2001, Provisions introducing the Pharmaceutical Law, the Law on Medical Devices and the Law on the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices and Biocidal Products. · 2002-10-01
- Law of November 23, 2002 on the Supreme Court. · 2003-01-01
- Law of 30 August 2002 Provisions introducing the Law - Law on the structure of administrative courts and the Law - Law on proceedings before administrative courts. · 2004-01-01
- Law of December 18, 2003 on veterinary treatment facilities · 2004-02-11
- Law of 30 October 2003 amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers · 2004-05-01
- Law of January 2008, on amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers and amending the Law on the Animal Identification and Registration System · 2008-03-14
- Judgment of the Constitutional Tribunal of 18 October 2010 ref. no. K 1/09 · 2010-10-27
- Law of April 19, 2013 amending the law on medical chambers and certain other laws · 2013-07-20
- Judgment of the Constitutional Tribunal of October 2, 2013, file ref. SK 10/13 · 2013-10-29
- Law of 23 October 2013 on amending certain laws in connection with the accession of the Republic of Croatia to the European Union · 2013-11-20
- Law of December 12, 2013, on foreigners · 2014-05-01
- Law of June 26, 2014, on amending the law - Advocates' Law and certain other laws · 2014-08-12
- Law of June 26, 2014, on amending the law on granting foreigners protection in the territory of the Republic of Poland and certain other laws · 2014-08-30
- Law of September 27, 2013, on the amendment of the law - Code of Criminal Procedure and certain other laws · 2015-07-01
- Law of 22 December 2015 on the principles of recognition of professional qualifications acquired in the Member States of the European Union · 2016-01-18
- Law of July 3, 2018 - Provisions introducing the Law on Higher Education and Science · 2018-10-01
- Law of February 22, 2019 on amending the law on foreigners and certain other laws · 2019-04-27
- Law of July 7, 2022, amending the Law on the principles of recognition of professional qualifications acquired in the Member States of the European Union and the Law on the veterinary profession and veterinary chambers. · 2022-08-03
- Law of June 23, 2022, amending the law on the Veterinary Inspectorate and certain other laws · 2022-08-11
- Law of March 20, 2025, amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers · 2025-05-07
- Act of April 24, 2025, amending the Act on Foreigners and certain other acts · 2025-06-01
- Law of November 21, 2025, on animal health · 2026-03-18
Amended Acts (1)
Information on Consolidated Text (7)
- Announcement of the Marshal of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland of May 16, 2019, on the promulgation of the consolidated text of the law on the veterinary profession and veterinary chambers
- Announcement of the Marshal of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland of January 26, 2026, concerning the promulgation of the consolidated text of the Act on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers
- Announcement of the Marshal of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland of December 14, 2022, on the promulgation of the consolidated text of the Law on the veterinary profession and veterinary chambers
- Announcement of the Marshal of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland of August 25, 2016, on the announcement of the consolidated text of the law on the veterinary profession and veterinary chambers
- Announcement of the Marshal of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland of September 26, 2014, on the promulgation of the consolidated text of the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers
- Announcement of the Marshal of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland of May 30, 2009, on the announcement of the consolidated text of the Act on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers
- Announcement of the Marshal of the Sejm of the Republic of Poland of 25 October 2002 on the promulgation of the consolidated text of the Law on the veterinary profession and veterinary chambers.
References (3)
Acts referring to this act
- Repealing Acts: Decree of December 7, 1945, on the practice of veterinary medicine.
- Repealing Acts: Law of April 7, 1949, on the planned placement of veterinary surgeons.
- Repealing Acts: Decree of September 24, 1947, on the registration of veterinary service employees.
- Amending Acts: Law of January 28, 1987, on pharmaceutical products, sanitary articles, and pharmacies.
- Amended Acts: Law of November 21, 2025, on animal health
- Amended Acts: Act of April 24, 2025, amending the Act on Foreigners and certain other acts
- Amended Acts: Law of March 20, 2025, amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers
- Amended Acts: Law of June 23, 2022, amending the law on the Veterinary Inspectorate and certain other laws
- Amended Acts: Law of July 7, 2022, amending the Law on the principles of recognition of professional qualifications acquired in the Member States of the European Union and the Law on the veterinary profession and veterinary chambers.
- Amended Acts: Law of February 22, 2019 on amending the law on foreigners and certain other laws
- Amended Acts: Law of July 3, 2018 - Provisions introducing the Law on Higher Education and Science
- Amended Acts: Law of 22 December 2015 on the principles of recognition of professional qualifications acquired in the Member States of the European Union
- Amended Acts: Law of September 27, 2013, on the amendment of the law - Code of Criminal Procedure and certain other laws
- Amended Acts: Law of June 26, 2014, on amending the law on granting foreigners protection in the territory of the Republic of Poland and certain other laws
- Amended Acts: Law of June 26, 2014, on amending the law - Advocates' Law and certain other laws
- Amended Acts: Law of December 12, 2013, on foreigners
- Amended Acts: Law of 23 October 2013 on amending certain laws in connection with the accession of the Republic of Croatia to the European Union
- Amended Acts: Judgment of the Constitutional Tribunal of October 2, 2013, file ref. SK 10/13
- Amended Acts: Law of April 19, 2013 amending the law on medical chambers and certain other laws
- Amended Acts: Judgment of the Constitutional Tribunal of 18 October 2010 ref. no. K 1/09
- Amended Acts: Law of January 2008, on amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers and amending the Law on the Animal Identification and Registration System
- Amended Acts: Law of 30 October 2003 amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers
- Amended Acts: Law of December 18, 2003 on veterinary treatment facilities
- Amended Acts: Law of 30 August 2002 Provisions introducing the Law - Law on the structure of administrative courts and the Law - Law on proceedings before administrative courts.
- Amended Acts: Law of November 23, 2002 on the Supreme Court.
- Amended Acts: Law of September 6, 2001, Provisions introducing the Pharmaceutical Law, the Law on Medical Devices and the Law on the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices and Biocidal Products.
- Amended Acts: Law of 30 August 2002 on the amendment of the Law - Provisions introducing the Law - Pharmaceutical Law, the Law on Medical Devices and the Law on the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices and Biocidal Products and the Law on the Medical Profession.
- Amended Acts: Law of July 25, 2001, amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers, the Law on Combating Infectious Animal Diseases, the Examination of Slaughter Animals and Meat, and on Veterinary Inspection, and the Law on the Organization of Animal Husbandry and Breeding.
- Amended Acts: Law of 23 August 2001 amending the Law on the veterinary profession and veterinary chambers.
- Amended Acts: Law of 26 October 2000 amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers.
- Amended Acts: Law of July 24, 1998, amending certain laws defining the competences of public administration bodies - in connection with the state's structural reform.
- Amended Acts: Law of April 24, 1997, on combating infectious animal diseases, examination of slaughter animals and meat, and on the State Veterinary Inspection.
- Amended Acts: Law of August 25, 1995, amending the Law on the Veterinary Profession and Veterinary Chambers.
- Amended Acts: Law of October 10, 1991, on pharmaceutical products, medical materials, pharmacies, wholesale warehouses, and pharmaceutical supervision.
- References: Law of 21 November 2008 amending the Law on Animal Treatment Facilities
- References: Judgment of the Constitutional Tribunal of 18 March 2003 case file no. K 50/01
- References: Regulation of the Minister of Health of 22 December 2010 amending the regulation on narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances, category 1 precursors and preparations containing these drugs or substances
- Constitutional Tribunal Ruling for an Act: Judgment of the Constitutional Tribunal of October 2, 2013, file ref. SK 10/13
- Constitutional Tribunal Ruling for an Act: Judgment of the Constitutional Tribunal of 18 October 2010 ref. no. K 1/09
- Constitutional Tribunal Ruling for an Act: Judgment of the Constitutional Tribunal of 22 May 2001, case file no. K. 37/2000.
- Legal Basis: Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Economy of 29 July 1993 on proceedings concerning the professional responsibility of veterinarians.
- Legal Basis: Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of December 9, 2022 on the determination of the form of the diploma of a veterinarian with the title of specialist
- Legal Basis: Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of December 1, 2022 on the determination of the form of the certificate of veterinary practice
- Legal Basis: Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of September 7, 2022, on the designation of veterinary areas in which a veterinarian can obtain the title of specialist
- Legal Basis: Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of June 29, 2021, amending the regulation on the procedure and detailed rules for obtaining the title of specialist by a veterinarian
- Legal Basis: Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of 25 September 2020 amending the regulation on the procedure and detailed rules for obtaining the title of specialist by a veterinarian
- Legal Basis: Regulation of the Minister of Health of 31 December 2010 amending the regulation on the issuing of prescriptions by veterinarians for medicinal products or prescription drugs intended for humans, which will be used in animals
- Legal Basis: Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of February 7, 2008 amending the regulation on the procedure and detailed rules for obtaining the title of specialist by a veterinarian
- Legal Basis: Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of September 5, 2005, on the form of the certificate of the right to practice veterinary medicine
- Legal Basis: Regulation of the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development of 25 August 2004 on the scope of knowledge of the Polish language by veterinarians who are not citizens of European Union Member States, necessary for the practice of the veterinary profession, the method and procedure for conducting the Polish language examination, and the fee for this examination