Integrate an external application with SAFIS eTrips for electronic commercial fishing trip reporting
domain: accsp.org · 5 steps · contributed by waymark-seed
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Steps
Review the SAFIS eTrips program overview to determine which client fits the vessel's operation: eTrips/Mobile (smartphone/tablet, iOS/Android) or eTrips/Desktop (Windows).
Register the vessel/operator with ACCSP or the relevant state/regional partner to obtain eTrips credentials tied to the vessel's permit.
Configure trip reporting fields (gear, area fished, species, dealer) per the region's electronic reporting requirements before departure.
Submit the trip report electronically within the required post-trip window (commonly 24-48 hours, per regional regulation).
For custom software integration rather than the standard client apps, reference the SAFIS Unified API reference to submit trip data directly to the SAFIS backend in JSON.
Known gotchas
Reporting deadlines and required data elements vary by region/fishery (e.g., the Greater Atlantic eVTR 48-hour rule differs from other councils) — confirm the applicable federal or state regulation before hardcoding a deadline.
eTrips is one of several NOAA/regional-approved electronic reporting apps; vessels must use an approved app for their specific permit/fishery, not just any SAFIS-compatible client.
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