Catching and eating fresh fish and lobster

Posted By: mattwill

Catching and eating fresh fish and lobster - 07/09/2017 01:42 AM

I know this Type of question has been asked many times, but I'm looking for an expert on the topic to let me know for sure. I am getting conflicting information.

I have booked a full crew catamaran for BVI. The brochure says the boat has a BVI commercial fishing license.

1. Does that mean the captain is allowed to catch both fish and lobster for us to eat?

2. Will my family need to get a fishing license if we wish to fish on this boat?

Posted By: warren460

Re: Catching and eating fresh fish and lobster - 07/09/2017 02:26 AM

1. I don't know
2. Individuals also need a license

Posted By: GlennA

Re: Catching and eating fresh fish and lobster - 07/09/2017 03:10 AM

Unless the captain carries a BVI passport he can't take lobster.
Anyone who touches a fishing line requires a license.

Posted By: GeorgeC1

Re: Catching and eating fresh fish and lobster - 07/09/2017 01:03 PM

If the crew is legal to take you to the USVI you can fish there with no license and take two lobsters per day per person.
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