Basic Commercial Fishing Regulations - Gulf States Marine ...

ALABAMA
The following is an unofficial compilation of marine laws and regulations for Alabama. The information
is current as of September, 2011, but changes may occur at any time. For definitive enforcement
regulations, please contact the Alabama Marine Resources Division (AMRD), P.O. Box 189, Dauphin
Island, Alabama 36528 (251) 861-2882, or visit our web page at www.outdooralabama.com.
Residency Requirements
Annual Resident Freshwater or Saltwater Fishing License
Any person who has been a bona fide resident of this state for a period of, not less than 90 days, next
preceding (the application) and who is between the ages of 16 and 65.
Use of Commercial Fishing Gear
A resident of the state of Alabama, as applicable to this article, shall be a person who has resided
continuously in this state for 12 months, next preceding the application for said license. Wholesale and
retail licenses, as prescribed in this section, shall be issued in the same manner and under the same
provisions as provided under other licenses.
Proof of Residency
A current valid Alabama’s driver’s license or two of the following:
Certificate of employment if containing proof of permanent residency.
Copy of home property tax.
Copy of previous year’s tax return (mailing address only).
Health insurance forms with address.
The last three months of a utility bill with mailing address.
Student identification plus copy of residence agreement or any other proof of residence listed.
Military personnel with an out-of-state driver’s license must have a copy of order of assignment to
Alabama for a minimum of 30 days, or have Alabama as home of record.
Health insurance card with address.
Telephone calling card with address.
Copy of school registration for non-driving students.
Voter registration.
Other legal documents that may establish residency after approval by the conservation department.
A non-driver identification card issued by the department of public safety is not acceptable proof of
residency.
SHRIMP
All licenses expire September 30 of each year.
Commercial License
Commercial Shrimp Boats
Under 30’ - $51.00
30’- 45’ - $76.00
Over 45’ - $101.00
(Nonresidents pay the same fee as that charged
Alabama residents in the applicant’s state of
residence, except for the reciprocal state of
Mississippi. Nonresident licenses are sold only
by AMRD offices.)
Recreational License
Boat License - $16.00
(Nonresidents pay the same fee as that charged
Alabama residents in the applicant’s state of
residence, except for the reciprocal state of
Mississippi.)
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