This permit allows the holder to fish for, possess, or export any shark or shark parts for educational, scientific or research purposes.

There are no eligibility criteria for this service.

1. Complete the relevant application form.
2. Submit the completed form, along with the supporting documents, to the Department of Marine Resources.
3. Upon approval of application, the applicant will be required to pay the relevant fee.

This service can be accessed at the following locations:

Department of Marine Resources
East Bay Street
P.O. Box N-3028
Nassau, New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 393-1777
Fax. (242) 393-0238
E-mail: fisheries@bahamas.gov.bs  
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

Family Islands Contact Information

Application for a Permit to Fish for, Possess or Export any Shark or Shark Parts for Educational, Scientific or Research Purposes.

1. Completed application form.
2. Copy of passport.
3. For those persons wishing to conduct research, a scientific research application must be submitted.

BS$50.00 per year

Department of Marine Resources
East Bay Street
P.O. Box N-3028
Nassau, New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 393-1777
Fax. (242) 393-0238
E-mail: fisheries@bahamas.gov.bs  
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

Or

The Family Islands