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Green Island/Ludao
GT PoppingMarlin & Yellowfin Tuna
Asia · Fishing World Guide
Taiwan.
Fishing in Taiwan 2026: Permits, Best Spots, Charters & Costs
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target species
Yes
license needed
Apr–Oct
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Freshwater: From 200-500 TWD (~6-15 EUR). Coast: Often free.
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- At the Fisheries Agency or through local fishing clubs. Coastal fishing often free.
- Cost
- Freshwater: From 200-500 TWD (~6-15 EUR). Coast: Often free.
- Validity
- Day or annual tickets
- Available online?
- Yes
Taiwan has a huge fishing culture — similar to Japan! Jigging and popping are extremely popular. The island lies on the Kuroshio Current (warm ocean current) — perfect for Big Game. Black Marlin off the east coast!
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
GT/Marlin: April-October. Jigging: Year-round. South tip: Spring optimal.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
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Kenting
Jigging hotspot at the southern tip for Amberjack
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Penghu Islands
Reef fishing and huge Squid populations
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Hualien
Big Game on the East Coast directly at the Kuroshio Current
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Sun Moon Lake
Freshwater Fishing for Asian Carp species
What's biting?
Your target species.
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Yellowfin Tuna
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
Some river mouths: Seasonal closed periods. Coast: Few restrictions.
Catch limits
Catch limits
Moderate limits. Species-specific minimum sizes.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Dynamite, poison prohibited. Harbor fishing partially restricted.
Catch & release
Catch & release
Increasingly for GT and Marlin. Jigging scene promotes C&R.
What does it cost?
6-15 €
License
Coast: Often free. Freshwater: 6-15 EUR.
100-700 USD
Guide per day
100-700 USD/day depending on species.
40-80 USD
Daily budget
Budget: 40-80 USD. Charter: 150-400 USD/person.
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
·Taiwan23.70°, 120.96°
🎣 Live catches in taiwan
2 verified catches
Not enough data (2 catches)
Bite-time forecast appears from 5 catches.
Plan your trip.
Everything in one place.
All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
At the Fisheries Agency or through local fishing clubs. Coastal fishing often free. — Taiwan has a huge fishing culture — similar to Japan! Jigging and popping are extremely popular. The island lies on the Kuroshio Current (warm ocean current) — perfect for Big Game. Black Marlin off the east coast!
Rules in detail
Taiwan lies on the Kuroshio Current — one of the strongest warm ocean currents in the world. This brings Marlin, GT and tuna right up to the coast!
Freshwater
Mountain lakes and rivers with carp and perch. Sun Moon Lake popular.
Saltwater
Kuroshio Current! GT, Marlin, tuna. Jigging paradise. 1,566 km coastline.
Equipment
EXCELLENT tackle shops! Taiwanese and Japanese brands. World-class jigging equipment.
Guides
GT Charter: 300-700 USD/day. Jigging: 200-500 USD. Coastal fishing: 100-200 USD.
Getting there
Flights to Taipei. HSR (high-speed rail). Domestic flights. Rental cars.
Safety
Very safe. Typhoon season: July-October. Earthquakes possible. Heat in summer.
Customs & fish export
Visa-free for EU citizens (90 days). Fishing equipment permitted.
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: April 11, 2026
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