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Fishing License for Florida Keys

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Saltwater Fishing

Fishing in the Florida Keys

The Florida Keys are one of the most famous saltwater fishing destinations in the world, stretching from Key Largo to Key West across more than a hundred miles of bridges and islands. Anglers come here for the flats fishing around Islamorada and Marathon — tarpon, bonefish, and permit in skinny, clear water — as well as the reef and offshore fishing just a short run from almost any marina.

Backcountry flats on the Gulf side are best fished at dawn for tarpon and bonefish, while the reef line a few miles offshore holds snapper, grouper, and mutton fish year-round. Further out in the Gulf Stream, trolling produces mahi-mahi, sailfish, and blackfin tuna, especially in spring and early summer.

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What license do you need for Florida Keys?

Florida requires a non-resident saltwater fishing license for anyone 16 or older fishing recreationally in salt water, whether from shore, a pier, or a boat. You choose a 3-day, 7-day, or annual license, fill in your details once, and we email you the official PDF within 1-2 business days. We handle the application with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) so you do not have to. The license is valid statewide along Florida's coast, from the Panhandle to the Keys.

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