Iran · Spearfishing zone
Qeshm (Gheshm), Khomair and adjacent main Persian Gulf coasts - shrimp nursery grounds
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Qeshm (Gheshm), Khomair and adjacent main Persian Gulf coasts - shrimp nursery grounds.
Catch of all species of fish and shrimp prohibited in these areas as nursery grounds for immature shrimp (1973 Temporary Regulations, Article 29).
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
26.9500°N, 56.2700°E
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This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Iran
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Application to Shilat (Iranian Fisheries Organization) head office or its branches at southern ports (per 1973 Art. 3); under the 1995 Law, Art. 6, a valid licence is mandatory for any exploitation of fisheries resources.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · fao.org