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Fishing License · Lanzarote · 2026

Fishing License in Lanzarote

To fish in Lanzarote —along its volcanic coast, from the shore or by boat (includes spearfishing)— you need the fishing license from Canary Islands (issued by the Government of the Canary Islands). It costs a low fee (model 700). Here’s a summary and where to fish on the island.

Low feeincludes spearfishing
Sea fishingmaritime license from Canary Islands

What license do I need to fish in Lanzarote?

In Lanzarote, recreational fishing is maritime. The license is obtained at the Canary Islands level and is valid throughout the island:

If you are going to fish…You need
In the sea (shore, boat or freediving)Maritime license from Canary Islands
See price and how to get it (Canary Islands)

Where to fish in Lanzarote

Volcanic coastParrotfish, bream, and moray eel in a unique coastline.
La Graciosa and the northMarine reserve with special regulations.
Reefs and drop-offsAmberjack, snapper, and black seabream.
Deep sea fishingTunafish by boat.

What can be caught in Lanzarote

ParrotfishClassic from the shore.
Bream and black seabreamFrom the coast.
AmberjackIn drop-offs.
TunafishIn deep waters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a specific fishing license for Lanzarote?
No. The license is issued at the community level: to fish in Lanzarote you need the fishing license from the Canary Islands, which is valid throughout the island.
How much does it cost and where can I get it?
The license costs a low fee (model 700) and can be obtained online. We explain it step by step on the Canary Islands page.
Does spearfishing require a separate permit?
No. In the Canary Islands, recreational freediving is included in the maritime license classes.