Fisheries Act (No. 6 of 2010).

Subject

Fisheries, Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Framework law Fishery management and conservation Marine fisheries Inland fisheries Fishing area Foreign fishing Access right Fishing gear/fishing method Processing/handling Aquaculture Mariculture Authorization/permit Traditional rights/customary rights Policy/planning Inspection Enforcement/compliance Offences/penalties Fishing authorization High seas Aquatic animals Turtles Hunting/capture

Geographical area

Asia and the Pacific, Least Developed Countries, Micronesia, Oceania, Small Island Developing States, South Pacific

Entry into force notes

This Act commences on a date appointed by notice by the Minister.

Abstract

This Act provides rules relative to fishing in Kiribati waters (as defined). The term "fish" for purposes of this Act includes aquatic animals such as turtles. The purpose of this Act is: (a) to promote the sustainable management of the fisheries of Kiribati and the development and use of fisheries resources for the benefit of Kiribati, including the recovery of fees that reflect the value of the resource; and (b) to protect fish stocks and the marine environment of Kiribati. The Act also concerns: the licensing of local and foreign fishing vessels, aquaculture and fish processing establishments; access and international agreements; the protection of customary rights; the prohibition of driftnet fishing and destructive fishing methods; and instruments of enforcement.

Full text

English

References - Legislation

Repeals

Fisheries Act Cap. 33.

Legislation | Kiribati | 1977 (1992)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Marine fisheries, Fishing vessel, Foreign fishing, Fishing gear/fishing method, Enforcement/compliance, Processing/handling, Traditional rights/customary rights, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Fishery management and conservation, Maritime zone, Territorial sea, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Shark Sanctuary Regulations 2015.

Legislation | Kiribati | 2015

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Marine fishes, Cartilaginous fishes, Fishing authorization, Protection of species, Protected fishing area, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Authorization/permit, Ecosystem preservation, Protection of habitats

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Notice to publish conservation management measures for Kiribati flagged and foreign fishing vessels.

Legislation | Kiribati | 2020

Keyword: Marine pollution, Pollution control, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing gear/fishing method, Fishing vessel, Foreign fishing, Marine fisheries, Protection of environment, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Domestic Fishing Zone Limit Regulations, 2015.

Legislation | Kiribati | 2015

Keyword: EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing area, Fishing vessel, High seas, Maritime zone

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fisheries (Fish Aggregating Device Management) Regulations, 2014.

Legislation | Kiribati | 2014

Keyword: Certification, Data collection/reporting, Equipment, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing authorization, Fishing gear/fishing method, Fishing vessel, Foreign fishing, High seas, Offences/penalties, Policy/planning, Registration, Seasons, Territorial sea, Marine fisheries, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fisheries (Purse Seine Vessel Days Scheme) Regulations, 2014.

Legislation | Kiribati | 2014

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Fishing gear/fishing method, Fishing vessel, Foreign fishing, Harbour, Inland fisheries, Monitoring, Offences/penalties, Seasons, Marine fisheries

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fisheries (Conservation and Management of Coastal Marine Resources) Regulations 2019.

Legislation | Kiribati | 2019

Keyword: Certification, Community management, Coastal zone management, Data collection/reporting, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing area, Fishing gear/fishing method, Fishing vessel, International trade, Protection of species, Marine fisheries, Sustainable use

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

Fisheries (Amendment) Act 2017 (No. 5 of 2017).

Legislation | Kiribati | 2017

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Foreign fishing, Fishing authorization, Fishing gear/fishing method, Inspection, International relations/cooperation, Harbour, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Authorization/permit, Hunting/capture

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fisheries (Amendment) Act 2015 (No. 1 of 2015).

Legislation | Kiribati | 2015

Keyword: Authorization/permit, Certification, Data collection/reporting, Fish products, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing vessel, Foreign fishing, Processing/handling, Inland fisheries, Inspection, Institution, Maritime zone, Monitoring, Navigation, Offences/penalties, Registration, Territorial sea, Marine fisheries, Fishing authorization, Standards

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fisheries (Amendment) Act No. 22 of 2021.

Legislation | Kiribati | 2021

Keyword: Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Marine fishes, Sustainable use, Sustainable development, Artisanal fishing, Biodiversity, Protection of species, Royalties/fees, Fishing vessel, Marine protected areas, Genetic resources, Non-commercial fishing, Monitoring, Ecosystem preservation, Endangered species, Management/conservation, Marine area, Protection of habitats, Zoning, Protected area

Source: FAO, FAOLEX