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Shrimp fishing season for 2025 concludes in Oman

Sunday, 23 November 2025 16:16

Muscat – The shrimp fishing season in the Sultanate of Oman has concluded, with a nine month ban set to commence on December 1, 2025. This vital conservation measure, overseen by the Ministry of Agricultural, Fisheries Wealth and Water Resources, aims to protect the species during its critical reproduction and growth period, ensuring the long-term […]

Muscat – The shrimp fishing season in the Sultanate of Oman has concluded, with a nine month ban set to commence on December 1, 2025. This vital conservation measure, overseen by the Ministry of Agricultural, Fisheries Wealth and Water Resources, aims to protect the species during its critical reproduction and growth period, ensuring the long-term sustainability of marine stocks.

The Ministry has formally directed all commercial operators, including fishermen, transporters, and retailers, to register their remaining available stock of shrimp at local Fisheries Development centres before the ban takes effect. Trading or exporting quantities of shrimp that have not been officially recorded will be strictly prohibited during this period.

The directive underscores that non-compliance with the provisions of the Living Aquatic Wealth Law will result in severe penalties. Violators face potential fines of up to RO 5,000, or imprisonment for up to three months, or both. Furthermore, temporary or permanent withdrawal of fishing licences and the confiscation of illegal catches and equipment will be enforced to safeguard Oman’s valuable aquatic resources. The ban will remain in effect until 31 August 2026.

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