Export and Import of Live Fish Regulations, 1998.

Subject

Fisheries, Food & nutrition

Keyword

Inspection International trade Authorization/permit Hygiene/sanitary procedures Fish products

Geographical area

Asia, Southern Asia

Abstract

These Regulations specify in the Schedule species of live fish that shall not be exported (Part I), species of fish that shall be exported alive only with a licence issued by the Director of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (Part II), and species of fish that shall not be imported alive (Part III). Part IV of the Schedule contains the form of application for a licence, and the licence itself shall be in form B of the same Part. Regulations 7 allows re-exportation of live fish imported under a per

Full text

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References - Legislation

Implements

Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Act 1996, No. 2 of 1996.

Legislation | Sri Lanka | 1996 (2016)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Institution, Prohibited fishing area, Fishing vessel, Registration, Fishing gear/fishing method, Aquaculture, Dispute settlement, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization

Source: FAO, FAOLEX