Getting a fishing permit takes a bit of time and effort. There are many options so it’s important to find the one that’s right for your needs. For example, there are different permits for saltwater fishing versus freshwater fishing. Likewise, you can’t use the same fishing license for personal fishing as you would for commercial…
Having a commercial fishing permit is required if you plan to operate your vessel as part of your business. This can be quite a lucrative job that allows you to work for yourself, but there are plenty of considerations to keep in mind if you’re just starting out, including being properly licensed to operate. Even…
Do you know how to find all of the NOAA Permits that you may need? Are you tired of having to hunt around the internet for them? Here, we offer everything that you may need for your commercial fishing enterprise. It’s just one of the ways that the Commercial Fishing Permits Center is here to…
Have you been trying to find permits to fish for Atlantic Tunas online, but it feels like the process is more challenging than it should be? Did you find a permit, schedule out time to complete it, only to find that when you did it felt like you couldn’t just get through the thing? That’s…
The commercial fishing industry has a big impact on the economies of many coastal states in the United States. Due to the strict rules that are in place, fishermen who want to do commercial fishing in a legal way must first get the commercial fishing permit and licenses they need. The process of acquiring all…
With summer in full swing, you are likely eager to get your boat on the water. As a commercial fisherman, you are especially motivated, as spending large swaths of time out at sea is key to your livelihood. Before you leave the dock and drop your nets, however, it could not hurt to double-check that…
Just like owning a car requires a safe place to park it when you aren’t driving, the same goes for your commercial fishing boat. You will need a place to store and/or dock it when you aren’t out on the water. However, the hailing port may or may not be the physical location where you…
California is a beautiful state with several water bodies. This makes it an excellent location for commercial fishing businesses. However, getting a commercial fishing permit in California can be a daunting process for new fishermen. There are several factors to consider to ensure a smooth application process. In this post, we will discuss some key…
For many people fishing is a hobby or even a passion. But for others, especially those near large bodies of water, fishing is a way of life – and that makes it a very profitable venture. Learning how to start a fishing business is both an exciting and rewarding experience as well, but there’s much…
Are you looking to grow your fishing business beyond, well, fish? Have you heard about opportunities for live rock aquaculture but don’t know what rules and regulations govern this commercial activity? While we offer any number of different kinds of South commercial fishing permits, this is one of the few that allows you to fish…