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Shark Permit

This permit allows the holder to fish for, possess, or export any shark or shark parts for educational, scientific or research purposes.

Eligibility

There are no eligibility criteria for this service.

Process

  1. Complete the relevant application form.
  2. Submit the completed form, along with the supporting documents, to the Department of Marine Resources.
  3. Upon approval of application, the applicant will be required to pay the relevant fee.
     
This service can be accessed at the following locations
  • Department: Department of Marine Resources
  • Address: East Bay Street P.O. Box N-3028 Nassau, New Providence The Bahamas
  • Tel: +1 242 393 1777
  • Fax: (242) 393-0238
  • Email: fisheries@bahamas.gov.bs
  • Opening Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays
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Application Form(s)

Application for a Permit to Fish for, Possess or Export any Shark or Shark Parts for Educational, Scientific or Research Purposes.

Supporting Documents

  1. Completed application form.
  2. Copy of passport.
  3. For those persons wishing to conduct research, a scientific research application must be submitted.

Turn-around time 

10 business days

Deadline 

There are no deadlines associated with this service.

Related Fee(s)

BS$50.00 per year

For more information please contact
  • Department: Department of Marine Resources
  • Address: East Bay Street P.O. Box N-3028 Nassau, New Providence The Bahamas
  • Tel: +1 242 393 1777
  • Fax: (242) 393-0238
  • Email: fisheries@bahamas.gov.bs
  • Opening Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays
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