A Marine Mammal Export Permit is required to allow the export of any species of marine mammal from The Bahamas.

• 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.

1. Complete the relevant application form.
2. Submit completed application form along with the required supporting documents to the Department of Marine Resources.
3. Pay the required fee.
4. Permit will then be issued to the applicant.

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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Family Islands Contact Information

Application for a Licence to Import/Export a Marine Mammal/Marine Mammal Product

• Completed application form.
• Veterinary Health certification.
• Import approval from the destination country.
• Export permit under the Animal Health Act.

BS$100.00

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