The fisheries sector is one the main economic pillars of Rodrigues and is characterized by an open access fishery. However, the increasing pressure on the coastal and marine space comprises the ability to maintain the biodiversity, productivity and to provide a large area of valuable services to Rodrigues.

Fisheries department ensure effective control and surveillance over the lagoon fisheries and marine resources and marine ecosystem and ensuing effective mechanism for off-lagoon fisheries and delivering timely office services to each customer.