HORSE REGISTRATION

ELIGIBILITY FOR AFHA REGISTRATION

To be eligible for registration with the Australian Fjord Horse Association (AFHA), a horse must meet the standards set out in our official Horse Registration Regulations.

Basic Eligibility Criteria

  • The horse must be a purebred Norwegian Fjord Horse.

  • It must trace to registered Fjord horses in recognised studbooks and meet the breed characteristics outlined in the AFHA Breed Standard.

  • The horse must be one of the five recognised Fjord colours:

    • Brown Dun

    • Red Dun

    • Grey

    • White Dun

    • Yellow Dun

  • The horse must not have white markings, with the exception of a small star (no larger than a 50-cent coin) on mares.

  • It must have dark hooves, unless red-based, where a lighter shade is permitted.

  • The horse’s conformation must be consistent with the official breed standard.

Kvit (cream) Fjords may be eligible for limited registration, but their offspring will not be eligible for registration. The AFHA does not recommend purposeful breeding of Kvit horses.

FOUNDATION REGISTRY CATEGORIES

FOALS

Both Fillies & Colts should be registered before 6 months of age, up to 3 years of age with additional fee.

ADULT (GELDING)

Geldings can be registered from any age. If you are unsure if you are going to geld a colt, register them as a Foal (Colt).

ADULT (MARE)

Mares from 3 years of age who meet eligibility criteria.

ADULT (STALLION)

Stallions from 3 years of age who meet eligibility criteria and pass the veterinary examination.

WHO CAN REGISTER A FJORD?

Only current members of the Australian Fjord Horse Association (AFHA) can register horses.

✅ The following membership types are eligible to register horses:

  • Breeder Members
    Can register foals they have bred and submit adult registrations, upgrades, and transfers.

  • Owner Members
    Can register adult horses they own (including geldings), upgrade mares, and complete ownership transfers.

❗Important Notes:

  • If you are not yet a member, you’ll need to join the AFHA before lodging a registration.

  • Only the current legal owner of a horse may submit an adult registration or ownership transfer.

  • For foal registrations, the breeder listed as the owner or lessee of the mare at the time of foaling is the only person eligible to register the foal.

REGISTRATION PROCESS

Registering your Norwegian Fjord Horse with the Australian Fjord Horse Association (AFHA) helps maintain the integrity of the breed and ensures accurate, up-to-date records. The process is simple and can be completed online through our Members Portal.

Step-by-Step Guide

📝 1. Complete the Online Registration Form

Log in to the Members Portal and fill out the appropriate registration form for your horse (foal, adult (mare or stallion), gelding, or upgrade).

📄 2. Gather Required Documents

You’ll need to upload:

  • A DNA test report confirming parentage (from Practical Horse Genetics or a recognised lab)

  • A service certificate, or a recognised studbook registration (unless exempt)

  • The horse’s microchip number

  • Photos showing:

    • Left side

    • Right side

    • Front-on view

    • Clear headshot

💰 3. Pay the Registration Fee

Fees vary depending on the type of registration and whether it is submitted within the required timeframes. Payment is made at the time of submission through the secure online portal.

✅ 4. Review and Approval

Your application will be reviewed by the AFHA Registration Committee. Most registrations are processed promptly, but please allow time for verification and approval.

📬 5. Receive Your Certificate

Once approved, you’ll receive a formal registration certificate. This document remains with the horse for life and is required for participation in breed events, assessments, and breeding records.

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