The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) will never ask you to provide credit card numbers or other personal information by phone, text, email, or mail. LARA has identified fraudulent communications impersonating department staff. These scams may include requests for payment or personal information. Please do not respond to these messages and report any suspicious activity to LARA‑Safety@michigan.gov. (This email is for fraud purposes only; messages unrelated to LARA‑related fraud will not receive a response.)
Veterinarian Examination
In order to take the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE), an applicant must register with the International Council for Veterinary Assessment (ICVA). The ICVA will determine the eligibility of all applicants for the exam. Applicants can find exam details, requirements, and register for the exam by visiting www.icva.net.
NAVLE scores are automatically sent to the jurisdiction selected on a candidate's NAVLE application. To transfer your examination scores and credential records to the LARA office, you will need to complete an American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB) VAULT Transfer Service by visiting