Official Site of The State of New Jersey
SALTWATER
COMMERCIAL
FISHING
NEW JERSEY’S BOUNTIFUL OCEAN
The Garden State’s rich marine resources support many important commercial fisheries that provide a bounty of quality and sustainably-harvested fish and shellfish products. Here you will find everything you need for licenses, regulations, current monitoring information, and more.
Commercial Licenses and Permits
Information on how and where to purchase, renew, and transfer commercial licenses and permits.
Commercial
Reporting
Click here for access to eTRIPS, SAFIS, and for more information on state and federal reporting requirements.
Seasons and
Regulations
New Jersey has regulations specific to size, seasons, possession and trip limits, quotas, tagging, reporting, and more. Be sure to learn the regulations and responsibilities that apply to your interests and activities.
Commercial Quotas, Trip Limits, and Notices
Fish and Wildlife tracks commercial harvest and closely monitors quotas for most of NJ commercial fisheries.
Commercial Shellfish Aquaculture
Learn more about Fish & Wildlife’s shellfish leasing program and commercial shellfish aquaculture.
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