Before entering the EAZA Accreditation Programme (EAP), we advise applicants to check that they are meeting or progressing towards the EAZA Standards of Animal Care, Conservation, Conservation Education, Research and Ethics.

Step 1: the Administrative Procedure

Read about the administrative procedure in the EAZA Membership and Accreditation Manual
View a sample Accreditation Questionnaire

Step 2: The Screening Mission

Read about the accreditation screening visit procedure in the EAZA Membership and Accreditation Manual
View a quick guide to the screening mission - for institutions
View a quick guide to the screening mission - for screeners
View a sample Screening Team Questionnaire

Step 3: The Decision-Making Process

Read about how the decision is made in the EAZA Membership and Accreditation Manual
Read about the types of membership in the EAZA Membership and Accreditation Manual

Additional Resources

Read about the accreditation costs and responsibilities in the EAZA Membership and Accreditation Manual