National Marine Fisheries Service

01/14/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/14/2025 17:38

Directed Open Access Groundfish Permit Application

NOAA Fisheries is announcing the opening of the application for the Directed Open Access Groundfish Permit program. Applications will be available through the NOAA Fisheries Pacific Coast Groundfish and Halibut Portal beginning January 15, 2025.

A complete application consists of all required information, registration documentation (USCG Federal Documentation or State Registration Documentation), and payment of the required fee. NOAA Fisheries may decline on an incomplete application. Late applications will not be accepted.

Apply Online Here

Visit the West Coast Groundfish website or sign up for the Groundfish mailing list or contact the Permits Branch at 562-980-4238 or [email protected].