Name of the Organization : Department of Marine Resources
Type of Facility : Marine Mammal Export Licence
Country : Bahamas
Website : https://www.bahamas.gov.bs/wps/porta…vZ0FBIS9nQSEh/
Marine Mammal Export Licence :
A Marine Mammal Export Permit is required to allow the export of any species of marine mammal from The Bahamas.
Related : Aquaculture Permit (Fish Farming) Bahamas : www.statusin.org/6350.html
Eligibility :
** Proof that the marine mammal can be legally imported into the destination country.
** Proof that the marine mammal is in good health.
** Proof that export of the marine mammal is approved under the Animal Health Act.
Process :
** Complete the relevant application form.
** Submit completed application form along with the required supporting documents to the Department of Marine Resources.
** Pay the required fee.
** Permit will then be issued to the applicant.
Application Form(s) :
Application for a Licence to Import/Export a Marine Mammal/Marine Mammal Product
Supporting Documents :
** Completed application form.
** Veterinary Health certification.
** Import approval from the destination country.
** Export permit under the Animal Health Act.
Turn-around time :
Five business days.
Deadline :
There are no deadlines associated with this service.
Related Fee(s) :
BS$100.00
For more information please contact :
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 [AT] bahamas.gov.bs
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays
And:
Family Islands Contact Information
FAQs :
How many work permits would my business be entitled to?
Necessary work permits for key personnel will be granted. Businesses requiring permits for persons other than key personnel are encouraged to discuss these requests with The BIA in advance.
How can I become an International Owner of Second Homes?
Overseas Investors may acquire residential properties in The Bahamas of up to two acres without prior Government approval.
Such acquisitions are required to be registered in accordance with the International Persons Landholding Act. Second Home Owners are eligible for a Home Owners Residence Card, renewable annually.
Please N.B. This card will :
** Facilitate entry into The Bahamas and entitle the owner, his spouse and minor children to enter and remain in The Bahamas for the duration of the validity of the card.
** Application may be made to the Director of Immigration.
Am I eligible for Annual or Permanent Residence?
Accelerated consideration of application for Permanent Residence will be given to:
i) Major International Investors; and
ii) Fit and proper owners of residence valued at $1,500,000.00 or more.
Why should I invest in the Bahamas?
** A politically stable environment conducive to private investment
** An atmosphere where investments are safe and the expropriation of investments capital is not a considered option;
** A legal environment based on a long tradition of Parliamentary Democracy, the rule of constitutional and statue laws and where security of life and personal property is guaranteed;
** A stable macroeconomic environment bolstered by a prudent fiscal policy, a stable exchange rate, flexible exchange control rules and free trade;
** An environment in which freedom from Capital Gains, Inheritance, Withholding, Profit Remittance, Corporate, Royalties, Sales,l Personal Income, Dividends, Payroll and Interest Taxes are ensured;
** Essential public service, an adequately equipped police constabulary, modern health and education facilities and other social services;
** Dependable Public Utilities; and
** Essential Public Infrastructure such as roads, ports and airports.