Permits and Authorizations

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	Pilot Whale with biopsy dart (Globicephala macrorhyncus) Photo: NOAA Southwest Fisheries Science Center

Overview
Permits and authorizations are required under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) to conduct activities that may result in the "take" of a protected species.

Do I Need a Permit?
Please use our Pre-Application Guide to find out or check our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

How Do I Apply for a Permit?
» Apply online using our APPS program (select permits only).
» Apply by mail using the appropriate application instructions.

Marine Mammal Permits
» Application Types
» Regulation Revisions

Endangered Species Permits
» Application Types

Environmental Impact Statements
»Hawaiian Monk Seal Recovery Actions
»Steller Sea Lion and Northern Fur Seal Research
» Right Whale Research