Sharks and shark fins

Ministerial Decree regulates the fishing and trade of sharks (4 page(s), in Arabic)

The Ministerial Decree regulates the fishing and trade of sharks:

-        It is prohibited to export locally caught sharks throughout the year in any form. This includes shark fins.

-        It is prohibited to import and therefore re-export sharks in any form from 1 March to 31 July every year.

-        It is prohibited to export, import and therefore re-export shark fins in any form throughout the year. Please note that during the seasonal ban from 1 March to 31 July, all trade in sharks will be prohibited in the UAE local market.