Regulations for Tuna Longline Fishing Vessels Proceeding to the Indian Ocean for Fishing Operation Article 13

In case of any of the following conditions, the concerned distant water fisheries operator may submit the documents prescribed in Article 7 and apply for an Indian Ocean Permit from the competent authority, notwithstanding the application procedures and deadline prescribed in Article 9:(1) The distant water fisheries operator of a fishing vessel has changed.(2) The distant water fisheries operator has obtained the fishing license for a chartered fishing vessel.(3) The distant water fisheries operator has obtained the fishing license for a newly-built fishing vessel;(4) The distant water fisheries operator resumes the operation, after the suspension of the operation which was authorized pursuant to Article 11 of the Fisheries Act has expired. Notwithstanding, applications for operation suspension made after 1 November of the current year with the suspension duration less than three months shall be excluded.(5) The distant water fisheries operator applies for the renewal of the fishing license.(6) The suspension of the fishing license has been executed completely or the fine imposed has been paid up.(7) Addition of fishing area(s) for a carrier vessel which has obtained a distant water fisheries permit of the current year.(8) Other legitimate reason(s) approved by the competent authority, which shall be submitted in writing to the competent authority no later than 30 November of the current year.