Protocol defining, for the period 18 January 2002 to 17 January 2005, the fishing possibilities and the financial contribution provided for by the Agreement between the European Economic Community and the Republic of Seychelles on fishing off Seychelles

This Protocol establishes the fishing opportunities for vessels flying the flag of a Member State. Article 1 fixes the maximum quantity of annual licences to be granted to ocean-going tuna seiners and surface longliners to fish in Seychelles waters. The Annex lays down the conditions for the pursuit of fishing activities by Community vessels in Seychelles waters. Particular provisions regard the fishing licence (validity, payment of fee), the declaration of catches, observation and inspection, landing. To avoid any adverse effect on small-scale fisheries in Seychelles waters, fishing by Community vessels shall be forbidden in the zones defined in Seychelles legislation nor within three miles around any fish-aggregating device placed by Seychelles authorities. Further provisions set forth penalties to be applied in case of infringement.