Council Regulation (EEC) No. 2407/96 of 12 December 1996 on the conclusion of the Protocol defining, for the period from 18 January 1996 to 17 January 1999, the fishing opportunities and financial contribution provided for by the Agreement between the European Economic Community and the Republic of Seychelles on fishing off Seychelles.

For the purpose of implementing article 2 of the Agreement and for the period 18 January 1996 to 17 January 1999, licences to fish simultaneously in Seychelles' waters shall be granted to 42 ocean-going tuna vessels. In addition, certain authorizations may be granted for other categories of fishing vessels on terms to be establishes within the Joint Committee referred to in article 7 of the Agreement.