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Fishing License · Badajoz · 2026

Fishing License in Badajoz

To fish in Badajoz —in the La Serena Reservoir (the largest in Spain) and the Guadiana— you need the fishing license from Extremadura (issued by the Junta de Extremadura). It costs only 5 € per year and is free for those over 65. Here’s a summary and where to fish in the province.

5 €/year−25% for youth and women
River and reservoircontinental waters of Extremadura

What License Do I Need to Fish in Badajoz?

The license is obtained at the Extremadura level (not by province) and is valid throughout the province of Badajoz:

If you are going to fish in…You need
River or reservoirLicencia continental de Extremadura
Those over 65Free
See price and how to get it (Extremadura)

Where to Fish in Badajoz

La Serena ReservoirThe largest in Spain; championship black bass and zander.
Orellana ReservoirBiosphere Reserve; record black bass.
Zújar and Cíjara ReservoirsGreat predator fishing.
Guadiana RiverBarbel, carp, and catfish.

What You Can Catch in Badajoz

Black bassLa Serena and Orellana, world-class size.
ZanderIn the large reservoirs.
CarpHuge catches.
CatfishIn stretches of the Guadiana.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a specific fishing license for Badajoz?
No. The license is issued at the community level: to fish in Badajoz you need the fishing license from Extremadura, which is valid throughout the province.
How much does it cost and where can I get it?
The license costs only 5 € per year (free for those over 65) and can be obtained online. We explain it step by step on the Extremadura page.
Is my license valid in other communities?
Extremadura is part of the 2026 inter-autonomous agreement: if you fish in several communities, you may be interested in the inter-autonomous license (25 €, 10 communities).