Commercial Fishing Vessel Registration

All Vessels Engaged In Commercial Fishing Operations In Coastal Fishing Waters Are Subject To Requirements.

Other Information

License Application

Application For Commercial Fishing Vessel Registration

Duration of License

Annually

Authority

GS 113-168.6

Exam: No Exam
License Type: Stand-Alone License

Fees

Application
$0.00
New License
$0.00
Renewal
$0.00
Reciprocity:
$0.00
Miscellaneous:
$0.00

Other Requirements

This Registration Designates A Vessel That Can Be Used In Commercial Fishing Operations. A Decal Must Be Displayed On The Port-side Of The Vessel.

Licensing Authority

NC Department of Environmental Quality
Marine Fisheries
 3441 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC 28557-
252-726-7021

https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/marine-fisheries
Please check with your local City, County or Municipality for area specific license requirements they may have.