Inshore Fisheries Conservation Scheme – V-notching

This scheme supports the conservation of lobster through v-notching. Only those groups or individuals who wish to receive payments directly from BIM need to apply. If you wish to have payments made via your cooperative, they can supply you with an authorisation form for your signature.

Current Call under the EMFAF Operational Programme 2020 -2027

Opening Date:

02 April 2025

Closing Date for Receipt of Applications:

31 October 2025

Budget Available for This Call

TBC

EMFAF Specific Objectives

1.1 Strengthening economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable fishing activities
1.4 Fostering efficient fisheries control and enforcement, including fighting against IUU fishing, as well as reliable data for knowledge – based decision-making.
1.6 Contributing to the protection and restoration of aquatic biodiversity and ecosystems.

Geographical Area Covered

Republic of Ireland

Eligible Applicants

• Owners of fishing vessels less than or equal to 15 meters length overall (LOA) which are registered on the Irish Register of Fishing Boats under the polyvalent segment (including polyvalent-potting)

Amounts Granted

The support rate under this scheme is 100% for Small Scale Coastal Fishing (SSCF) vessels, and 50% for other vessels.