NOTICE – Fisheries Division urges Fishers to Renew Licenses and Maintain Compliance

The Fisheries Division is reminding all fishers of the annual licensing requirement for fishing vessels. As part of the renewal process, vessels and all required equipment must be made available for inspection to ensure compliance with safety and fisheries regulations. Persons in possession of Fisher ID cards are also encouraged to renew them if they are expired.

Persons desirous of entering the fisheries industry or want to register a vessel for operations contact the Fisheries Division via telephone at 462 6106, or visit them on location at Point Fisheries Complex, for guidance on the registration process.

The Fisheries Division urges fishers to prioritize their fisher ID card renewals and vessel registrations to avoid penalties or restrictions on fishing activities.  Additionally, inactive fishers should contact the Fisheries Division, as well as Social Security and Medical Benefits, regarding their required contributions and status updates.

Mr. Ian Horsford/Chief Fisheries Officer

Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Fisheries and the Blue Economy