Licensing & Permits

Obtain the necessary licenses and permits to operate your aquaculture business in Sri Lanka. We offer streamlined application processes and comprehensive support throughout.

New Application

Start your license application process online

Check Status

Track your application progress

Renew License

Renew your existing licenses

Get Support

Contact us for assistance

License Categories

Choose the appropriate license type for your aquaculture operation

Aquaculture Farm License

Primary Production
Processing Time 14-21 days
Validity 5 years
Application Fee Rs. 5,000
Suitable For Farmers
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Processing Plant License

Processing
Processing Time 21-30 days
Validity 3 years
Application Fee Rs. 15,000
Suitable For Processors
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Export License

Export
Processing Time 7-14 days
Validity 1 year
Application Fee Rs. 25,000
Suitable For Exporters
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Hatchery License

Breeding
Processing Time 30-45 days
Validity 5 years
Application Fee Rs. 10,000
Suitable For Hatcheries
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Feed Manufacturing

Manufacturing
Processing Time 21-30 days
Validity 3 years
Application Fee Rs. 20,000
Suitable For Manufacturers
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Research License

Research
Processing Time 14-21 days
Validity 2 years
Application Fee Rs. 3,000
Suitable For Researchers
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Application Process

Simple steps to obtain your aquaculture license

1

Online Application

Complete the online application form with all required information and upload necessary documents

2

Document Verification

Our team reviews your application and verifies all submitted documents for completeness

3

Site Inspection

Field officers conduct site inspection to ensure compliance with regulations

4

Approval

Upon successful verification, your license is approved and issued

General Requirements

Documents and prerequisites for license applications

Required Documents

  • National Identity Card (NIC) or Passport
  • Business Registration Certificate
  • Land Ownership or Lease Agreement
  • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
  • Site Plan and Layout Drawings
  • Bank Statement (last 3 months)
  • Tax Clearance Certificate

Eligibility Criteria

  • Sri Lankan citizen or registered company
  • Minimum age of 18 years
  • No pending legal issues related to aquaculture
  • Adequate financial capacity
  • Compliance with environmental regulations
  • Appropriate site location and infrastructure
  • Technical knowledge or training certificate