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South Slope/Cliffs
Bluefin Tunaextremely steep drop-off
Europe · Fishing World Guide
Malta.
Fishing in Malta 2026: Permits, Best Spots, Charters & Costs
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target species
Yes
license needed
Jan–Oct
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Coastal fishing license: From 15 EUR. Boat fishing: Included in charter price.
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- At the Department of Fisheries or through charter boat providers.
- Cost
- Coastal fishing license: From 15 EUR. Boat fishing: Included in charter price.
- Validity
- Annual license or short-term for tourists
- Available online?
- No
Malta offers first-class Mediterranean fishing in the smallest of spaces! Bluefin tuna, swordfish and Mahi-Mahi right off the coast. Deep water is only minutes away. Simple licensing system.
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
Tuna: May-October. Lampuki: August-December. Coastal fishing: Year-round.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
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Gozo
Amberjack & Grouperrocky premium waters
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FADs
Mahi-Mahiartificial drifting objects from 7 miles offshore
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Comino
Reef fishing & Snappercrystal-clear water
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Grand Harbour
Shore Jigging for BarracudaValletta
What's biting?
Your target species.
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
Bluefin tuna: Strict EU quota regulations. Lampuki (Mahi-Mahi): Allowed from August.
Catch limits
Catch limits
Tuna: EU quotas, tag-and-release. Lampuki: Seasonally limited.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Nets prohibited near the coast. Spearfishing regulated (only with snorkel).
Catch & release
Catch & release
Increasingly for tuna (EU quotas). Recreational C&R allowed.
What does it cost?
15 €
License
15 EUR/year (coast). Boat fishing: Included in charter price.
80-150 €
Guide per day
Shore: 80-150 EUR. Big Game Charter: 300-800 EUR/day.
30-60 €
Daily budget
Budget: 30-60 EUR (Shore Fishing). Comfort: 200-500 EUR (Big Game Charter).
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
·Malta35.94°, 14.38°
Plan your trip.
Everything in one place.
All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
At the Department of Fisheries or through charter boat providers. — Malta offers first-class Mediterranean fishing in the smallest of spaces! Bluefin tuna, swordfish and Mahi-Mahi right off the coast. Deep water is only minutes away. Simple licensing system.
Rules in detail
Malta is ideal for big game beginners — deep water is only 15 minutes from the coast! Bluefin tuna and swordfish pass close by.
Freshwater
No significant freshwater bodies (dry island).
Saltwater
Deep Mediterranean right off the coast! Ideal for big game in a small space.
Equipment
Tackle shops in Valletta and the harbors. Charter boats provide everything.
Guides
Big Game Charter: 300-800 EUR/day. Shore Fishing Guide: 80-150 EUR.
Getting there
Flights to Malta. Buses and taxis. Ferry to Gozo. Compact island!
Safety
Safe country. Cliff coasts: Caution! Heat in summer. Strong sun.
Customs & fish export
EU member: No restrictions.
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: April 16, 2026
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