The Seychelles Fishing Authority (SFA) is a parastatal organization which functions as the executive arm of Government for fisheries and related matters.
OUR MOTO
Responsible Fishing for Sustainability.
OUR MANDATES
• Promote, organize and develop fishing, fishing industries and fishing resources in Seychelles
• Assist in the formulation of the national policy with respect to fishing, fishing industries and fishing resources and in the implementation of that policy
• Identity the manpower training requirements of Seychelles with regard to fishing and fishing industries
• Conduct negotiations, or engage in meetings, seminars or discussions, with regard to fishing or fisheries or the establishment or operation of fishing industries, whether at a national or international level, on behalf of the Republic or otherwise.
OUR VISION
Excellence in sustainable fisheries management and development.
OUR MISSION
To ensure optimal utilization of the fisheries resources for the benefit of the Seychellois people through sustainable management, ecosystem-based approaches and integrated development.
OUR VALUES
•. Integrity & professionalism
•. Adaptability
• Inclusiveness and team work
• Leadership
• Stewardship
• Equity
STRATEGIC GOALS
• Effective governance arrangements
• Institutional strengthening of SFA
• Ensure the sustainability of fisheries resources
• Optimize the economic and social benefits of fisheries
OUR SERVICES
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORISATION (COA)
A Certificate of Authorisation (COA) is a permit for fishing vessel that are larger than 24 metres in length overall or in case of vessels less than 24 meters, those operating in waters outside the Economic Exclusive Zone of the Flag State, to fish for tuna and tuna-like species, managed by the IOTC in the IOTC area of competence.
FISHING LICENCES
Industrial Fishing Licences
Local Licences
Artisanal Fisheries (multi species fishery)
Lobster Fishery
Nets License (Crevice, Mackerel, Sardines)
Semi-Industrial Fishing Licences
Semi-Industrial Fishing Licences (Tuna Fisheries)
Semi Industrial Fishing License (Sea Cucumber Fisheries)
FISHERIES SCHEME including
The Fuel Incentive Scheme, The Sickness Benefits, The Fisheries Insurance Scheme
FISHERIES LOAN
A Special loan Scheme for Artisanal Fishing
BOAT OWNERS / FISHERMEN REGISTRATION
