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PSC Operational Guide

Port State Control applies to landings or transhipments (in ports of NEAFC\'S Contracting Parties) of frozen fish, caught in the NEAFC Convention Area by foreign vessels.

These controls will entered into force on May 1st 2007.
1) Must I give advance notice of entry into port? >>
2) What information do I have to send with my advance notice of entry into port? >>
3) Which form should I use & how many times must I fill it in? >>
4) Where can I get the forms? >>
5) What happens next? >>
6) What does NEAFC's Secretariat do? >>
7) What happens if there is a problem or delay with authorising the landing/transhipping of the catch? >>
8) Can my vessel be inspected in port? >>
9) How are inspections documented? >>
Conditions of advice >>

Users are reminded that the web site advice on Port State Control is summarizes part of the NEAFC Scheme and must not be used as the basis for any decision. The "Scheme of Control and Enforcement" must be consulted.

Commercial operators are required to deal directly with the Flag-state of their vessel in relation to these matters and seek any confirmation or advice from these officials. NEAFC can not be responsible for any misunderstanding of this advice.