Puerto Vallarta fishing regulations

Puerto Vallarta Fishing Regulations 


What are the regulations for fishing in Puerto Vallarta? Do I need a fishing license? 
Yes you need a fishing license to go fishing in a boat

Do I need a fishing license to fish from the beach in Puerto Vallarta? 
No you do not need a fishing license for fishing on the beach.  

How Many fish am I allowed to catch on my fishing charter? 
The Catch rules for fishing charters in Puerto Vallarta 
Each Sportfishing angler on the boat is permitted to catch up to 10 fish each day, but can only catch 5 of 1 specific species.  Also each angler can only catch 1 Billfish each day no matter if its Sailfish or Marlin.  Anglers can also only catch 2 Dorado/MahiMahi or 2 Roosterfish per day.  Dorado, Sailfish, Marlin, and Roosterfish count as 5 fish of your daily 10 fish catch limit.  You can also catch and release as many fish as you want no matter the species which is always encouraged. 

Can I sell my fish I caught on My Puerto Vallarta fishing charter? 
No it is prohibited to sell any fish that was caught with a Sportfishing license. 




Puerto Vallarta fishing charters 

28 ft My Marlin
Puerto Vallarta fishing charters
35 ft Cabo