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Simplified Licensing for Sustainable Aquaculture

Apply, renew, and manage every NAQDA license from a single workspace. Follow clear steps, track service levels, download approved templates, and connect with our compliance team when you need support.

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Your Licensing Shortcuts

Choose the pathway that matches your current need. Every action provides the forms, requirements, and contacts you require.

Apply for a New License

Freshwater, coastal, processing, and support licenses with guided documentation templates.

Renew or Amend

Keep your permits active and update production capacities, site coordinates, or ownership details.

Track Application Status

View where your file sits in the review pipeline, assigned officers, and outstanding actions.

Talk to Licensing Support

Connect with compliance specialists, book inspection visits, or escalate field-level issues.
Licensing catalogue

Choose the License That Matches Your Operation

Select a category to reveal the permits available, expected processing timelines, and the documents you need to prepare ahead of submission.

Reservoir Cage Culture Permit

Deploy floating cage systems in major reservoirs with sustainable stock deployment plans and water-quality monitoring.

Inspection Annual Renewal
Processing: 20 business days
Key Criteria: Water quality baseline, stock deployment plan, zoning clearance
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Indoor Recirculating System

Operate enclosed recirculating aquaculture facilities for tilapia, carp, or ornamental broodstock management.

Technical Review Biosecurity
Processing: 15 business days
Key Criteria: Engineering drawings, effluent plan, vet-certified health plan
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Seed Production & Hatchery License

Register hatcheries that supply fingerlings or post-larvae to state stock deployment programs and commercial aquaculture facilities.

Quarterly Returns Quality Assurance
Processing: 18 business days
Key Criteria: Broodstock records, larval survival data, hatchery layout
Start Application
End-to-end workflow

Your Licensing Process in Four Predictable Steps

Every application follows a transparent track. Submit complete documentation to keep processing time within service-level targets.

1

Submit Online Application

Attach digital copies of required documents, maps, and declarations. You instantly receive a tracking ID.

2

Compliance Review & Clarifications

Licensing officers verify documentation, request clarifications, and coordinate with provincial offices.

3

Field Inspection & Decision

Inspection teams validate infrastructure, environmental safeguards, and stakeholder commitments.

4

Approval & Digital Permit

Receive your e-license, renewal reminders, and compliance visit schedule through the NAQDA portal.

Documentation & renewals

Be Inspection-Ready with the Right Documentation

Use the following checklists to prepare for new applications, renewals, and site-level audits.

Document Checklist

  • Completed NAQDA license template (download below)
  • Land/lease agreements and provincial clearances
  • Environmental assessment or mitigation plan where applicable
  • Production plan with species, stock deployment densities, and annual output
  • Biosecurity plan, disease monitoring records, and waste management strategy
  • Proof of payment for application or renewal fees

Eligibility & Service Levels

  • Renewals: Submit 30 days before license expiry with production and compliance reports.
  • Cluster licenses: Provide society registration with at least 20 active aquaculture operators.
  • Processing plants: Maintain HACCP certification and approved effluent systems.
  • SLA commitment: NAQDA processes complete applications within 30 calendar days.
  • Escalations: Use hotline +94 112 321 654 or email licensing@naqda.gov.lk.
Transparent fees

Application & Renewal Fees

Fees are stated in Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR) and reviewed annually. Payment receipts must be uploaded with your application.

License Category New Application Annual Renewal Processing SLA
Freshwater grow-out (culture systems/cages) Rs. 10,000 Rs. 5,000 20 business days
Coastal shrimp & mariculture permits Rs. 15,000 Rs. 7,500 25 business days
Hatcheries & seed production centres Rs. 12,500 Rs. 6,000 18 business days
Processing, exports, logistics Rs. 13,500 Rs. 6,500 20 business days
Consultancies & training services Rs. 8,500 Rs. 4,000 10 business days
Templates & downloads

Standard Forms, Templates, and Guidance Notes

Download the most recent NAQDA-approved documentation to prepare complete submissions.

PDF Unified License Application

Blank template for new license requests with instructions and declaration pages.

 Checklist Renewal & Inspection Checklist

Ensure you meet annual renewal requirements before field verification teams arrive.

 DOCX Biosecurity Plan Template

Recommended layout for hatcheries, aquaculture facilities, and live transport operators.

 Guideline Environmental Safeguard Manual

NAQDA guide for effluent, sludge, and coastal zone management compliance.
FAQ

Licensing Questions We Answer Every Week

Use the license catalogue above to match species, culture system, and production scale. If you operate multiple systems (for example hatchery and grow-out) you will need permits for each. Contact the provincial licensing office for blended projects.

Fast-tracking is available for strategic investments endorsed by the Ministry. Submit a justification letter and project dossier to licensing@naqda.gov.lk with subject "Fast-track request". We will confirm eligibility within three working days.

The compliance team will share corrective actions and a resubmission deadline. Address the issues, upload evidence through the status portal, and book a follow-up inspection within 30 days to keep the application active.

Submit renewal applications at least 30 days before expiry. You retain operating status while NAQDA processes the renewal. Late submissions may trigger a lapse in coverage and require reinspection.

Need Help Completing Your Application?

The Licensing & Compliance Command Centre is available weekdays from 8.30 AM to 5.00 PM. Call +94 112 321 654, email licensing@naqda.gov.lk, or visit the provincial NAQDA office near you.

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