Federal fishing permits are required for most commercial fishing boats. Getting caught without one can be costly in fines and may result in the loss of your boat until fines are paid. It’s better to be properly licensed at both the federal and state level, as required by the law in your region. Gathering all…
Have you been looking for a way to make the permits/NOAA Fisheries licensing process simpler? As a commercial fishing professional, do you feel that you spend too much time filling out forms that it cuts into time you could spend, well, commercially fishing? If you feel that way, you aren’t alone. Unfortunately, it can feel…
Commercial and industrial fishing can be a lucrative business. Whether longlining, trapping, or netting, commercial fishing with the right approach can turn big catches into big dollars. With commerce and the environment both at play, the U.S. sets regulations to manage commercial fishing on federal waters. With a clear understanding of U.S. fishing regulations, you…
California has fishing restrictions that you should be familiar with before going out on the water. To be deemed a commercial fisherman and be able to sell, trade, or otherwise benefit from the fish you catch, you must first get a California commercial fishing license. To capture fish to sell them for a profit is…
Commercial fishermen in Maryland must be familiar with the state’s commercial fishing license requirements, but how does it work? It is unlike any other license and even differs from licenses issued in other locations. These permits, often referred to as “blue cards” in certain circles, significantly contribute to the fact that Maryland is desirable for…
Whether you are a seasoned fisherman or someone looking to start a fishery business, obtaining the necessary permits is crucial to your success. There are a number of regulatory requirements that apply to commercial fishing permit in Oregon, including permits for both state and federal waters. Knowing what you need to do to obtain these…
If you’re wondering if your boat requires a vessel certificate of documentation, you are in the right place. In general, any boat with a volume weight of over 5 tons should be documented with the United States Coast Guard. But is that true for smaller vessels? Use this guide to find the answers you are…
A vessel abstract of title is a document that allows you to transfer ownership of a boat. It’s essentially a title for a ship, also called a bill of sale or title deed. No matter what you call it, the purpose remains: to transfer ownership from one person to another. The process for creating and…
The old fishing tradition in rural areas of Alaska where fisheries have historically been an important means of subsistence is at the edge of extinction. Commercial fishing permits are becoming harder to obtain each year, having undesired consequences economically, socially, and culturally. The scenario has worsened since the beginning of the limited entry system in…
Have you been looking for federal fishing permits but can’t quite find the ones that you need? Or, alternatively, have you found them, yet, even online, it’s still such a chore to actually complete them? We designed the Commercial Fishing Permits Center to address all of these complaints. We don’t believe that commercial fishing professionals…