Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for a Fishing License, the applicant has to approach the Direção-Geral de RecursosNaturais, Segurança e ServiçosMarítimos (DGRM) link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer. or it can be downloaded from the following link
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
10. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
11. Once everything is accepted the authority will issue the license.
12. This entire process can be completed within 15- 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

• Completed application form link
• Proof of identification, such as a valid driver's license, passport, or government-issued identification card.
• Residency Proof (This could include a utility bill, lease agreement, or any official document that shows address)
• Proof of age (This can be done with a birth certificate, driver's license, or passport)
• Recent passport-sized photographs
• Fishing Education or Safety Certificate (If Applicable)
• Additional Requirements: Depending on the specific fishing regulations in your area, additional documents may be required. For example, if you are applying for a commercial fishing license, you may need to provide business documents and permits.

Direção-Geral de RecursosNaturais, Segurança e ServiçosMarítimos (DGRM)
Avenida Brasília
1449-030 Lisboa Portugal
Phone: +351 213 035 700
Fax: +351 213 035 702

Delegation of the European Union to Cape Verde
Avenida Rotary International
CP 122 Praia
Republic of Cape Verde
Phone: +238 262 13 92/93/94
Fax: +238 262 13 91
Email: delegation-cape-verde@eeas.europa.eu
Contact link

• Any person who intends to apply for a fishing license is eligible to make this application.

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as per the authority’s request.

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

• Application form link

Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.

• The entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
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• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

• Name of the local council
• Name of the applicant
• Address
• Email
• Telephone
• Date of birth
• Gender
• Marital status

• A fishing license is a legal permit or authorization issued by a government agency that allows individuals to engage in recreational or commercial fishing activities within a specified jurisdiction. Fishing without a valid license is offensive and punishable.

• For more information link

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

Link

• Fishing licenses enable authorities to collect valuable data on fishing activities. This data, including catch statistics, angler demographics, and fishing locations, provides critical information for scientific research, stock assessments, and the development of effective fisheries management strategies. It helps improve understanding of fish populations, migration patterns, and ecosystem dynamics, leading to more informed decision-making.
• Fishing licenses facilitate the enforcement of fishing regulations. By requiring anglers to obtain a license, authorities can monitor fishing activities, detect illegal practices, and take appropriate enforcement actions against violators. This helps deter illegal fishing, protect sensitive areas, and maintain compliance with established fishing rules, ensuring the sustainability of fisheries for future generations.