Eritrean Red Sea coast and Dahlak archipelago waters (outside protected areas/parks)

Fishing by any method (including spearfishing) is not prohibited in general Eritrean waters, but is subject to licensing where required (Art. 19), to protected-species and coral/shell rules (Art. 12), and to any management measures. Access to the coast and islands additionally requires Eritrean travel/coastal permits in practice.

Licence may be required under Art. 19; no fishing for protected species; no taking of coral or shells without the Minister's written permission; internal-travel and coastal-access permits required in practice.

Subject to any closed seasons/areas declared under Art. 9(2)(a).