Vietnam: Application for approval for catching of endangered, precious and rare aquatic species

According to Decree No. 26/2019/NĐ-CP of Vietnam’s Government, the applicant shall submit an application to the Directorate of Fisheries for approval for catching of endangered, precious and rare aquatic species. An application shall include:

- An application form;

- A catching plan;

- An original or certified true copy of the national agreement on international cooperation in donation and exchange of endangered, precious and rare aquatic species if the species is caught for the purpose of international cooperation;

- A decision on approval for outline for scientific research, conservation or creation of original breeds issued by the competent authority or description of the outline for scientific research, conservation or creation of original breeds if the species is caught for the purpose of scientific research, conservation or creation of original breeds;

- An applicant’s document defining its functions and tasks in the case of scientific research, conservation or creation of original breeds.

Also according to Decree No. 26/2019/NĐ-CP of Vietnam’s Government, within 20 working days from the receipt of the satisfactory application, the Directorate of Fisheries shall appraise it, consult the MPA management unit if the species is caught within the MPA and grant the written approval. In case of rejection of the application, a response and explanation shall be provided in writing.

View details at Decree No. 26/2019/NĐ-CP of Vietnam’s Government, effective from April 25, 2019.

- Thanh Lam -

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