Mexico Fishing Limits & Regulations
Maximum Amount Of Fish You Can Catch In Mexico
Mexico goes by a point system for the number of fish you can catch. Each fisherman can catch up to 10 points of fish.
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You cannot catch more than 5 points of the same species per day.
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Any type of Billfish (Marlin, Sailfish, Swordfish) are 5 points each.
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Only one Billfish can be taken per day​
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You cannot take a Marlin and a Sailfish since they are both Billfish
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Dorado, Roosterfish, Gulf Grouper and Tarpon: 2.5 points each.
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Only 2 of each of these fish can be taken per day
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Any other species are 1 point each
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These would include but are not limited to: Tuna, Cabrilla, Wahoo, Yellowtail, Grouper, Rock Fish, Trigger Fish etc.​
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Here are some examples:
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2 Dorado + 5 other fish (Tuna, Yellowtail, Cabrilla) = 10
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2 Dorado + 1 Marlin = 10
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2 Dorado + 2 Rooster fish =10
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2 Dorado + 1 Yellowtail + 1 Cabrilla + 1 Yellowfin + 1 Barracuda + 1 Albacore = 10 points and you're done.​
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Other Mexico Fishing Regulations
Does Everyone In The Boat Need A Fishing License?
Yes, if you have fishing equipment in the boat, then everyone needs a fishing license, regardless of age (children too)
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How Many Fishing Poles Can I Use?
You can only use one pole per person.
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Do I Need A Mexican Fishing License When Fishing From Shore?​
No, you do not need a fishing license when fishing from shore.
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What Is The Catch Limit For Squid?
You can catch up to 5 Squid per day.
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What Are The Limits For Spear Fishing?
You can only catch a maximum of 5 fish (I would assume no more than 2 Dorado, 2 Rooster etc.)
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How Many Fish Can I Catch And Release?
You can catch and release as many fish as you want.
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How Many Hooks Can Be On A Line?
You can only have up to 4 hooks on your line.
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What Is The Cost Of A Fishing License?
AS of 6/2/2021 the price listed is as follows:
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Day $ 243.00 MXN
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Week $ 478.00 MXN
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Month $ 673.00 MXN
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Year $ 868.00 MXN
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Mexico Fishing License Cost And Where To Purchase
AS of 6/2/2021 the price listed is as follows:
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Price per person per day $ 243.00 MXN
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Price per person per week $ 478.00 MXN
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Price per person per month $ 673.00 MXN
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Price per person per year $ 868.00 MXN
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Can I Get A Mexican Fishing License Online?
Yes, you can get a Mexican Fishing License online here: https://app.sportfishingbcs.gob.mx/ppd/system/permits/ ​