Order No. 17 on coastal halibut-fishing. Country/Territory Greenland (Denmark) Document type Regulation Date 2001 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Fisheries Keyword Marine fishes Fishing gear/fishing method Mesh Landing Fishing area Data collection/reporting Inspection Fishing authorization Geographical area Americas, European Union Countries, North America Entry into force notes This Order enters into force on 9 May 2001. Abstract The Order sets regulations on commercial fishing for halibut which is subject to licensing. It must specify vessels used for these activities, fishing gear, and landing of catch must be authorized by national authorities on whether it may occur through buyers' vessel or directly to a determined place in Greenland. Non-commercial fishing licence is granted to Danish citizens residing in Greenland and their method of fishing for own consumption may not take place by nets and trawls. Full text Danish Website www.lovgivning.gl References - Legislation Implements Fishery Act (No. 18 of 1996). Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 1996 Keyword: Allocation/quota, Authorization/permit, Basic legislation, Enforcement/compliance, Data collection/reporting, Fishery management and conservation, Fishing gear/fishing method, Fishing vessel, Foreign fishing, Processing/handling, Inspection, Landing, Marine fisheries, Mesh, Research, Seasons, Total allowable catch, Fishing authorization Source: FAO, FAOLEX