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Oversight Body: Ministère des Ressources Animales et Halieutiques [Ministry of Animal and Fisheries Resources]

Registry
Closed
SOLAS
- Ratified SOLAS in 1985

Topics

Laws

Decree No. 2021-789 of December 8, 2021, relating to fishing licenses
- Vessel Ownership & Legal Responsibility
- Vessel Registration & License Management
Decret N 2021-790 du 08 Decembre 2021 Determinant Les Modalites de Suivi, Controle et Surveillance des Peches
- Observers
- Vessel Tracking
Fisheries and Aquaculture Law 2016
- Fishing Offenses & Infractions
- Observers
- Transshipment
- Vessel Ownership & Legal Responsibility
- Vessel Registration & License Management
Loi No 2017-442 du 30 Juin 2017 Portant Code Maritime
- Labor Rules, Offenses, & Infractions
- Vessel Registration & License Management
Sustainable Conservation Measures for Fish Resources - Decree No. 2021-787 of December 8, 2021
- Fishing Offenses & Infractions
Sustainable Conservation Measures for Fish Resources - Decree No. 2021-787 of December 8, 2022
- Fishing Offenses & Infractions

The tool is only updated as of October, 2024 which means some legal matters may have changed in certain countries in the meanwhile.

The Global Fishing Legislative Database provides access to national fishing laws for coastal countries worldwide. This searchable database links to original legal texts and contains translated passages, offering clarity on regulations governing activities in different waters. It is designed to address questions about vessel licensing requirements, crew composition mandates, and permitted gear or practices, making it a resource for journalists, researchers, advocates, and policymakers.

The tool is a work in progress, with many countries not yet included. It focuses exclusively on national fishing rules, excluding local or tribal regulations or international agreements. It’s worth noting that regional fisheries management organization members are immediately bound by resolutions and have to implement them in national law within a specified time frame. The tool also does not encompass rules that apply to non-fishing activities such as mining or shipping. Users are encouraged to report errors or contribute additional legal data by contacting media@theoutlawocean.com. This initiative aims to expand transparency and understanding of global fishing regulations.

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