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Fishing License · Gipuzkoa · 2026

Fishing License in Gipuzkoa

To fish in Gipuzkoa —in the rivers (Oria, Urola, Bidasoa) or in the Bay of Biscay— you need the fishing license from Basque Country (issued by the Provincial Councils (river) and the Basque Government (sea)). It costs €8.79/year (river). Here’s a summary and where to fish in the province.

€8.79/yearvalid in all 3 provinces
There is also seamaritime license from Basque Country

What License Do I Need to Fish in Gipuzkoa?

The license is obtained at the Basque Country level (not by province) and is valid throughout Gipuzkoa:

If you are fishing in…You need
River or reservoirContinental license from Basque Country
The sea (from shore or boat)Maritime license from Basque Country
See price and how to get it (Basque Country)I’m going to fish in the sea (maritime) ›

Where to Fish in Gipuzkoa

Oria and Urola RiversTrout and eel in the rivers of Gipuzkoa.
Bidasoa River (shared)Salmon and eel in one of the major rivers of the north.
Gipuzkoa Coast (sea)Sea bass, mackerel, and horse mackerel from shore or boat.
Deba and Urumea RiversTrout and eel depending on the sections.

What You Can Catch in Gipuzkoa

TroutIn the mountain rivers.
Eel and salmonIn the Bidasoa and estuaries.
Sea bassFrom the coast.
Mackerel and horse mackerelIn the Bay of Biscay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a specific fishing license for Gipuzkoa?
No. The license is issued at the community level: to fish in Gipuzkoa you need the fishing license from Basque Country, which is valid throughout the province.
How much does it cost and where can I get it?
The license costs €8.79/year (river) and can be obtained online. We explain the process step by step on the Basque Country page.
Do I need another license to fish in the sea?
Yes. For the sea, you need the recreational maritime license from Basque Country, which is a different process from the river license.