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Fishing License · Galicia · 2026
Fishing License in Galicia
Get or renew your freshwater fishing license in Galicia, issued by the Xunta. Here you will find the price by category, how to do it online or at Abanca, the salmon and trout rivers, and sea fishing.
20.35 €/yearClass A (residents and EU)
Online or at AbancaXunta headquarters or your bank
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Price of the freshwater fishing license in Galicia 2026
The Xunta organizes the continental license by categories. Here are the main ones:
Category
For whom
Validity
Fee
A
Residents in Spain and the EU
1 year
20.35 €
A-2
Residents in Spain and the EU
2 years
30.90 €
A-1
Visitors / tourists
15 days
3.18 €
B
Non-resident foreigners (outside the EU)
1 year
40.61 €
Minors or over 65? Class A is for ages 18-65; minors and those over 65 usually have special conditions (free or reduced). Confirm this when processing at the Xunta headquarters.
Who issues the license and where is it valid?
The freshwater fishing license in Galicia is issued by the Xunta de Galicia (Department responsible for continental fishing). It allows you to fish in the rivers and reservoirs of Galicia. To fish in fishing spots and salmon stretches, you also need a separate permit, valid for one day and with limited spots.
How to obtain the fishing license in Galicia
You have two convenient options:
Have your ID, NIE, or valid passport ready.
Go to the Xunta's electronic headquarters (freshwater fishing section) or visit Abanca (ATMs and offices), a collaborating entity.
Choose your category and pay the fee.
Download or pick up your license; always carry it with you when fishing.
Renewing is the same procedure as obtaining it, at the Xunta headquarters or at Abanca. Since the license is annual (or for 2 years in class A-2), it is advisable to renew it before the season starts. This is what most people look for: renewing the freshwater fishing license in Galicia online takes just a few minutes.
Fishing outside Galicia: the interregional license
Galicia is part of the interregional agreement 2026. If you plan to fish in rivers across multiple communities, the interregional license may be beneficial: a single license valid in 10 communities for 25 €/year.
Galicia is one of the best destinations for Atlantic salmon, sea trout, and trout in Spain. Some of the best rivers include:
River EoSalmon and sea trout (border with Asturias).
River UllaSalmon and trout.
River MandeoTrout and sea trout.
River Lérez (Pontevedra)Salmon and trout.
What can be caught in Galicia
Atlantic salmonEo, Ulla, Lérez… with a salmon fishing permit.
Sea troutLower stretches of the rivers.
TroutMountain rivers; spring-summer season.
Black bass and carpInland reservoirs.
Fishing spots and salmon stretches
To fish in a fishing spot or a salmon stretch, the license alone is not enough: you need a separate permit, valid for one day and with limited spots, which can be requested from the Xunta (many are by lottery). Salmon and the best trout stretches are usually fishing spots.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the freshwater fishing license cost in Galicia?
Class A (residents in Spain and the EU) costs 20.35 € per year or 30.90 € for 2 years. There is a visitor class (15 days, 3.18 €) and a non-resident foreigner class outside the EU (40.61 €/year). Minors and those over 65 usually have special conditions: confirm this at the headquarters.
How do I obtain it and where, online or at Abanca?
At the Xunta's electronic headquarters (freshwater fishing section) or, very conveniently, at Abanca (ATMs and offices), which is a collaborating entity. You choose your category, pay the fee, and obtain the license.
How do I renew my fishing license in Galicia?
It is the same procedure as obtaining it, at the Xunta headquarters or at Abanca. Class A is annual; A-2 is for 2 years.
Do I need a permit to fish for salmon or in a fishing spot?
Yes. In addition to the license, fishing spots and salmon stretches require a separate permit, valid for one day and with limited spots (many by lottery), which is requested from the Xunta.
Does my Galician license work in other communities?
Only in Galicia. However, Galicia is part of the interregional agreement, so to fish in rivers across multiple communities, you can opt for the interregional license (25 €, valid in 10 communities).