This site contains information important to the State of Alaska, Department of Fish and Game requirements for sport fish charter businesses, sport fish guides, and saltwater charter vessels.
Every sport fish charter guide operator is responsible for becoming familiar with all State of Alaska and federal fishing rules and regulations applicable to sport fishing in Alaska.
A summary report on Participation, Effort, and Harvest in the Sport Fish Business/Guide Licensing and Logbook Programs, 2006-2008 has just been published.
The North Pacific Fishery Management Council has established a limited entry program for the halibut sport charter industry operating in southeast and southcentral Alaska. This program is anticipated to go into effect in 2010. Qualification for operating licenses under the program is based on participation during the 2004 or 2005 fishing seasons. Businesses not granted licenses will not be eligible to fish for halibut once this program goes into effect. Further information regarding this limited entry program can be obtained by calling the National Marine Fisheries Service at (907) 586-7228.
The Sport Fish Guide and Business License applications are available for download, or you may apply online.
- State of Alaska Sport Fishing Regulations
- State of Alaska Emergency Orders and News Releases
- Federal Halibut regulation in Southeast Alaska: Updated 6/11/08
The Department of Fish and Game provides information about the requirements of other agencies as a courtesy. Every attempt has been made to make this as complete as possible. However, because changes in other agency information is beyond our control, we cannot accept responsibility for ensuring that this list of other agency requirements is complete. You are responsible to be sure you meet all necessary requirements for the area you will be operating.
