For-Hire Non-Blanket Vessel Coastal Recreational Fishing

This license, or one of the other for-hire licenses, is required to operate a for-hire fishing operation in coastal waters. The Non-Blanket Vessel license is vessel specific and does not cover the individual licensing requirements of the anglers aboard the vessel. Operators of a vessel with this license must be properly licensed by the US Coast Guard.

Other Information

License Application

https://files.nc.gov/ncdeq/Environmental%20Assistance%20and%20Customer%20Service/Permit%20Handbook%20Documents/2016_Revisions/DMF%20For%20Hire%20Non%20Blanket%20Vessel%20CRFL.pdf

Duration of License

1 year

Authority

GS 113-174.3, NC Fisheries Rules for Coastal Waters 15A NCAC 3O.0101(a).

Exam: No Exam
License Type: Registry

Fees

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

Other Requirements

This , Or One Of The Other For-Hire s, Is Required To Conduct A For-Hire Fishing Operation In Coastal Waters. The Non-Blanket Vessel Is Vessel Specific And Does Not Cover The Individual Licensing Requirements Of The Anglers Aboard 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

Occupational Information

Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels

Occupational profile

Please check with your local City, County or Municipality for area specific license requirements they may have.