Registration & Licence
Cooperatives
Registration of fisheries cooperatives and member associations.
- Fees
- USD 100 (one-time registration)
- Processing
- 15–25 working days
- Renewal
- Annual membership report
Cooperatives organize fishers, processors, and traders for joint marketing, credit, and representation. MOFMR registers cooperatives that meet governance and membership rules.
Eligibility
Minimum 15 founding members; elected board and written bylaws; clear fisheries-related purpose; bank account in cooperative name.
Requirements
- Submit cooperative bylaws and member register
- Hold founding assembly with signed minutes
- Elect board and assign signatories
- Open cooperative bank account
- Pay registration fee
- Receive cooperative registration certificate
Documents required
Application steps
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1
Prepare bylaws with legal assistance if needed
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2
Submit application with member IDs
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3
MOFMR reviews governance documents
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4
Register cooperative name and certificate number
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5
Cooperative may apply for group programmes and support
Important notice
Registered cooperatives must submit annual activity reports. Only registered cooperatives qualify for certain MOFMR programmes.
Ready to apply?
Visit the MOFMR licensing desk or contact us for application forms and payment instructions.
