To apply for an Import Permit for Fisheries, first download the application form from FTIP or the Ministry of Fisheries website and complete it carefully, ensuring all required documents are attached, such as company registration, passport copies of relevant individuals, FRCS registration and VAT clearance, HACCP or health certificates, shareholding structure, and an inspection report. The Import Permit for Fisheries regulates the importation of fish and fish products, ensuring compliance with national and international standards
Step 1: Prepare the Application
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To prepare the application for an Import Permit for Fisheries, download the required form from FTIP or the Ministry of Fisheries website. Complete the application carefully, ensuring all necessary documents are attached, including the application forms (Schedule 6G and 6S), company registration, scanned passports of relevant individuals (owner, shareholders, agent, manager), FRCS registration and VAT clearance, HACCP or health certificates, shareholding structure, an approval letter from the Fisheries Project Appraisal Committee, an inspection report, and details of the commodity. |
Step 2: Payment
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Pay the required fees at the Ministry of Fisheries and collect the receipt once the payment is complete. |
Step 3: Submit the Application
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Submit the completed application in writing to the Permanent Secretary for Fisheries and Forests. The Ministry of Fisheries will review the submission, and if any documents are missing or incomplete, the trader will be notified to provide the necessary information. If the application is complete, it will be referred to the Director of Fisheries for approval, either for a one-off permit or the release of the shipment. |
Step 4: Collect Your Import Permit for Fisheries
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If the application is approved, the Ministry of Fisheries will register and validate the Import Permit for Fisheries. The exporter can then collect the permit. If the application is rejected, the applicant will be informed of the reasons for the rejection. |
| # | Title | Description | Issued By | File |
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| 1 | Import and Export Application | This is the application to obtain the permit for all imports or exports for different categories, such as commercial, fisheries scientific research, and personal use (limited to 10 kilograms per person). | Ministry of Fisheries |
| # | Name | Description | Measure Type | Agency | Comments | Legal Document | Validity To | Measure Class |
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| 1 | Import Permit for Fisheries | A permit is required for all imports, with specific application forms for different categories, such as commercial, fisheries scientific research, and personal use (limited to 10 kilograms per person). | Permit Requirement | Ministry of Fisheries | The regulations require detailed information about the fish, including catch location, vessel details, fishing authorizations, and compliance with national and international laws. Permits can be denied if there are concerns about the fish’s suitability, if the fish were caught illegally, or if documents are incomplete. Permitted importers or exporters must submit reports detailing the fish or fish product, its purchaser, price, and final destination within seven days. | Offshore Fisheries Management Regulations 2014 | 0002-12-02 | Good |
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