Regulations for Maritime Sector Activity Permits Committee

The Ministry of Transport establishes formal regulations governing the committee that grants permits for maritime sector activities. The decision creates procedural rules for committee formation, meeting validity, and permit issuance through the Ports and Maritime Transport Authority. All maritime activities now require permits issued through this standardized committee process.

Foreign companies operating or planning maritime services in Libya—including shipping agents, port operators, marine service providers, and logistics firms—must now navigate a formal permitting structure administered by this committee. The regulations create a centralized gatekeeper but lack transparency on timelines, fees, or specific licensing criteria. Companies should anticipate bureaucratic delays and establish relationships with the Ports and Maritime Transport Authority to understand practical application requirements before committing capital.