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Regulation on hunting procedures and principles applicable to local and foreign hunters.

Country/Territory
Türkiye
Document type
Regulation
Date
2005
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Yayimlandigi R. Gazete No. 25694, 8 January 2005.
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Hunting authorization/permit Hunting authorization/permit fee Hunting/capture Management/conservation Tourism
Geographical area
Asia, Black Sea, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, Mediterranean, Middle East, Western Asia
Entry into force notes
This Regulation enters into force on 8 January 2005.
Abstract

The objective of this regulation is to define the rules and principles of hunting activities, by considering the preservation of natural habitat. Hunting tourism certificate is granted by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism to travel agencies, to enable them to organize hunting tours. Foreign individuals who wish to hunt in Turkey through a travel agent or individually are obliged to obtain a provisional hunting certificate. This certificate is valid until the beginning of the next fiscal year following the date of issuance. Procedures are given in the regulation. Provisional hunting certificate for foreign head of states, prime ministers and ministers are granted by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Considerations from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism are required prior to such invitations. National individuals who wish to hunt through a travel agent or individually are also obliged to obtain a provisional hunting certificate. Foreigner Hunting Certificate is granted to foreigners, including diplomats, who reside in Turkey. All certificates are subject to a fee. Hunting principles for all concerned are detailed in the regulation. Foreign hunters are allowed to bring in and take out their own hunting equipment. Hunting quotas are specified each year separately for national and foreign hunters by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

Full text
Turkish

References - Legislation

Repealed by

Regulation on hunting procedures and principles within the scope of the hunting tourism.

Legislation | Türkiye | 2016

Keyword: Management/conservation, Education, Hunting authorization/permit, Hunting/capture, Game, Tourism, Wild fauna

Source: FAO, FAOLEX