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Fishing in
Cyprus 2026.
Fishing License & Permit · Fishing Times · Waters & Fish Species · Cost Overview
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·Cyprus35.13°, 33.43°
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Fishing License & Permit
- License required?
- Yes
- Where to apply?
- At the Department of Fisheries and Marine Research or at local tackle shops.
- Cost
- Freshwater: From 10 EUR/day. Saltwater: Mostly free from the shore.
- Validity
- Day or annual tickets for freshwater
- Available online?
- Yes
Cyprus offers year-round Mediterranean fishing in warm climate! Freshwater: Reservoirs stocked with Largemouth Bass and carp. Saltwater: Mediterranean with gilt-head bream, grouper and even bluefin tuna!
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Rules & Regulations
- Closed seasons
- Freshwater: Partial spring closed season. Saltwater: Few restrictions.
- Catch limits
- Freshwater: Moderate limits. Bass: 5/day. Saltwater: Species-specific limits.
- Prohibited methods
- Spearfishing with breathing apparatus prohibited. Nets for recreational anglers prohibited.
- Catch & Release
- Increasingly common, especially for bass in reservoirs.
Cyprus is a surprisingly good fishing destination! The reservoirs offer Largemouth Bass, and the sea has large tuna.
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Waters & Fish Species
Top waters
- —Kouris-Dam (Pike-perch, Bass & größtes Reservoir der Island)
- —Asprokremmos-Damm (Kapitale Bass & Karpfen, near Paphos)
- —Larnaca-Coast (Thunfisch & Bernsteinmakrele, ideal für Charter)
- —Kalavasos-Reservoir (Große Population von Largemouth Bass)
- —Limassol Marina (Gute Spots für Seaäschen and Brassen direkt vor Ort)
Target fish
Freshwater
Several reservoirs with good bass and carp stocks. Only bass waters in the eastern Mediterranean.
Saltwater
Mediterranean around the island. Gilt-head bream, grouper, tuna and even swordfish.
Starting from200 EUR / day
Best season: Possible all year round! Bass: Spring/autumn. Sea: Summer for big game. Winter: Mild enough.
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Practical Information
- Equipment
- Tackle shops in Limassol, Paphos and Nicosia. Basic equipment available.
- Fishing guides
- Reservoir bass guide: 100-200 EUR/day. Sea fishing charter: 200-500 EUR/day.
- Transport
- Flights to Larnaca or Paphos. Rental car recommended. Drive on the left!
- Safety
- Safe country. Extreme heat in summer. Sun protection!
- Customs & taking fish home
- EU member: No restrictions.
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Cost Overview
License fees
Freshwater: 10 EUR/day. Saltwater from shore: Free.
Guide prices
Bass: 100-200 EUR/day. Sea charter: 200-500 EUR/day.
Daily budget
Budget: 30-60 EUR (shore fishing). Comfort: 150-300 EUR (charter).
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