Licensing

Due to the on-going Licensing Policy Review, the Department is currently not accepting the following types of applications:

  • New Fish Buyer Licences (all species);
  • New Fish Processor Licences (all species);
  • Changes to existing Fish Buyer or Fish Processor Licences (i.e. species additions, authorized processing activities)

For additional information, or to request clarification on other licensing transactions, please contact Licensing Services via email at fisheries-licensing@novascotia.ca.

Although the harvesting of seafood is generally regulated by the Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans, it becomes the responsibility of the Province once the harvest reaches the wharf. The Province of Nova Scotia issues licences and permits to ensure that seafood is purchased, transported, stored, processed and sold in a manner that ensure the safety of consumers and maintains quality at every step in the chain.

Commercial Fisheries

Licensing & Compliance Services

Operation Policies and Process Guidelines for Industry

Forms and Reporting

Pay your fish buyer or fish processor licence fees

You can pay for your fish buyer or fish processor licence online using Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Interac® Online or debit card. The payment will be credited to your account the next business day.

Licensing and Leasing Invoice Payment

To make a payment, you'll need:

  • your licence or lease number
  • the name of the licence holder or leaseholder
  • your invoice number and balance due

If you don't have an account for making online payments, you'll need to create one.



Contact

Licensing & Compliance Services
Nova Scotia Fisheries and Aquaculture
1575A Lake Road, Sandy Point, NS
B0T 1W0
Phone: (902) 875-7439
Fax: (902) 875-7429