A lot of people who have visited or live in Mexico think that fishing is extremely expensive there. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. On this blog post, we will discuss how much a Mexican fishing license is and how you can get started fishing in Mexico without paying too much.
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Fishing In General
Although there are a few areas where fishing is expensive in Mexico, the majority of the places you can go fishing are pretty affordable. You will only need to spend a couple hundred pesos for a rod and reel package, and this will get you started fishing in peace. It is also important to note that the fish aren’t particularly expensive either. You will find plenty of trout, bass, and other fish that you can buy ready to go for cheap prices. This makes fishing in Mexico very affordable for the average person.
How Much Does It Cost To Fish In Specific Areas?
There are a few places in Mexico where fishing is either costly or prohibited. The best places to fish are either in the water conservation areas or in the protected areas of the Yucatán Peninsula. When fishing in these areas, you will need to purchase a fishing license for either of these groups of fish:
- Red trout
- Pike
- Gila monster
- Mexican feather duster
- Sapo
- Chumash
- Lamprey
- Tench
- Mahi mahi
- Rockfish
If you get a license for one of these animals, you can legally go fishing anywhere else in Mexico without paying additional fees. If you are caught fishing without one of these licenses, you can be fined up to 2,500 pesos (about US$165). There are other areas in Mexico where you can get a fishing license for some fish, but these are the most common ones.
How Do I Get A Fishing License?
To get a fishing license, you will need to visit your nearest Mexican federal agency or state office and pay a small fee. There aren’t any requirements as to what kind of fishing equipment you need to have, and you can choose from a list of fish that you can catch and release or keep. You will need to take your passport or visa with you when you go fishing to prove that you are legally in Mexico. Once you have paid the license fee, you will receive a receipt that you need to keep for your records. After this, you can start fishing and enjoy the experience.