(a) Applicant. An eligible applicant for a guaranty agreement must:

(1) Own or charter a U.S. fishing vessel; and

(2) Submit with his application the fee specified in §33.6 below.

(b) Application forms. Application forms may be obtained by contacting the Office of Marine Conservation, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, Room 7820, U.S. Department of State, Washington, DC 20520-7818; Telephone 202-647-3941.

(c) Where to apply. Applications must be submitted to the Director, Office of marine Conservation, Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs, Room 7820, U.S. Department of State, Washington, DC 20520-7818.

(d) Application approval. Application approval will be by execution of the guaranty agreement by the Secretary or by the Secretary's designee.