Just to follow up on this for anyone applying for a fishing license. I first called the Conservation and Fisheries Department and was told fishing licenses are handled by the Ministry of Natural Resources. The lady was very nice and transferred my call there. I spoke with another nice lady and she told me they do not process the applications for a fishing license until 2 weeks before your arrival. I am getting there in June so I asked about the responsibility for fishing licenses transferring to the BVI Conservation and Fisheries Dept May 1. She confirmed that and then I asked if I should reapply to them after May 1st. She really didn't know but thought all the applications would transfer over.

Just FYI, you might want to follow up closely if you need a license in May or June while they make this change.