This permit is required for persons who wish to engage in the culture of aquatic organisms, including fish farming.

The applicant must possess or have access to the expertise necessary to engage in aquaculture.

1. Complete relevant application form.
2. Attach a detailed proposal to the application form, along with other supporting documents.
3. Submit completed application form, supporting documents and detailed proposal to the Department of Marine Resources.

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

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Application for a Permit to Culture Fishery Resource.

1. Completed application form.
2. Detailed proposal.
3. Copies of passport of all persons named on the application.
4. Detailed Environmental Impact Assessment of the Proposal.
5. Approval from the National Economic Council where there are foreign nationals investing in the sector.
6. Proof of access to the land and/or sea bed where the fish farming is to be conducted.

The fees charged for this service are as follows:

• For research purposes - BS$50.00
• For commercial purposes - BS$500.00

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

And

Family Islands Contact Information