I recently purchase three fishing licenses and a boat permit for a 10' boat. I was shocked to find out that they had a $10 surcharge for paperwork
fees. I thought it was pretty steep to charge $10 smacks per document after we are already spending more for a Mexican fishing license than one in
the US.
Does anyone know where to purchase a license in TJ, Rosarito, Ensenda and etc along the way to BOLA?
Is there any hidden fees once you purchase the permits and licenses in Mexico?
Kind of ticked without understanding why!
SoCalAl
What about the boat fishing permit?
jrbaja - 6-21-2004 at 04:24 PM
The surcharge is something I never heard of and so is the "boat fishing permit". On another post, it was stated you need fishing licenses, a boat
permit, (standard procedure) and a boat fishing permit. 3 seperate items. Did anyone mention this to you ?
I am trying to learn but getting so confused, as usual!
There is a Port Captain south of Rosarito who has issued permits for JetSkis/ Waverunners and I am not sure about the boat permits but probably the
same as the others. I will find out about the fishing licenses.
There is also a port Captain on the old entrance to Ensenada where you used to be able to get both.
There is a tackle shop as soon as you get into Ensenada on the left that has fishing licenses.
Where did you purchase your licenses?SoCalAl - 6-21-2004 at 04:41 PM
I got them at Savo Tackle in Santa Fe Spings, CA. I remember purchasing the licenses and permit last year without paying any kind of processing fee.
I was quoted the regular price over the phone and after I got the reciept I noticed the $10 dollar surcharge or fee. I asked the guy at the counter
and he said that the fee was charged by the Mexican government for paperwork fees. Appearantly this is how they were able to make them available in
the US. I was baffled and stupidified. I did not return the license because it is so close to my departure date that I don't have time to f$$k
around. But I sure don't want to be paying $10 bucks per document every year. I felt like I paid a fee to a Notery Public or something. Damnnnnn!
peees me off, when they just sneak it in like that.
SoCalAl
And the boat fishing permit ?
jrbaja - 6-21-2004 at 05:03 PM
besides the Mexican Fishing License and the Boat Permit? SoCalAl - 6-21-2004 at 05:08 PM
Sorry JrBaja,
Just boat permit, not boat fishing permit. My mistake.
I just went to the bagabundos web site and found that some places do quote the $10 additional dollars in the permits and licenses. I guess Baja is
getting more and more expensive these days?
Have a nice day all....bajabum - 6-21-2004 at 06:38 PM
I think you can buy them at the diaz mercado also......SoCalAl - 6-22-2004 at 06:47 AM
Thank You All for the info..
soCalAlRoberto - 6-22-2004 at 07:15 AM
Quote:
Originally posted by whistler
(619)233-6956
This is the place to go. Alternatively, Dona Jenkins in San Diego charges a minimal fee, but no surcharge, or SQC Corp, also in San Diego.4baja - 6-22-2004 at 09:21 PM
diaz doesnt have them but guillermos does and there about the same price as the border.
Q. for 4baja
David K - 6-22-2004 at 09:31 PM
Steve, in a nutshell can you clear up the questions for me?
1) Are 3 seperate licenses/permits required by the fishing boat owner (Fishing License, Boat Permit, and Boat Fishing Permit)?
2) Are fishing licenses required only for adults?
Will 15 y/o Chris need one if he goes out with you or SoCalAl?
3) What dates do you plan on being at Gecko?
4) Where is the fireworks factory/distributor in Ensenada you go to and how late are they open?
Thank you Steve... not sure if we are coming yet, but I sure hope so!Bob and Susan - 6-23-2004 at 06:06 AM
There is only one "boat permit" required for ordinary vacationers that trailer their boat to Baja.
Each person on that boat MUST have a fishing license regardless of age.
A crew list is required. This is a list of all the people on the boat.
If you check in with the port captain he will give you a permission slip to use his waters. This may not be necessary at the BOLA I know it's not in
Mulege. It's very important in La Paz and Loreto.
Commercial registration and private registration may be the difference.4baja - 6-23-2004 at 06:40 AM
it depends on what port you go to dave as for me i get one boat permit per boat and anybody on your boat regarless of age must have a fishing license
if you have fishing gear on board. if no fishing gear then no worrys. some ports are more laid back then others but i would hate to loose my boat
because someone was to cheap to purchase one. you do not need a fishing permit as this is what the license is for. i allways get fishing licenses for
everybody on my boat because tho you may be out for just a leasure trip you never know when a fishing opportunity may happen. will be leaving here on
the 1st of july. allso as for fireworks, i would just go down town till you see a shop with fireworks and buy. i have a few locations were i buy but
its hard to find and i'm not good with directions. have a safe trip down. SoCalAl - 6-23-2004 at 07:22 AM
Sorry if I confused anyone with the "Boat Fishing Permit" part. It is only the boat permit and the fishing license. I spoke to the secraterary of
pescaderia and she said that sometimes the game warden will excercise very firmly. Even if he finds ONE HOOK on the boat that gives him grounds to
ask for a fishing license. I don't know how true that is but with Mexican authorities, I don't want to take any chances. David K, I will be leaving on the 2nd of July. When are you headed down there?
Boat permit/Fishing License
El Almirante - 6-23-2004 at 08:02 AM
I would highly recommend the Dept. of Fisheries in San Diego. You can call them at the # listed on one of the above posts. They will fax or mail you
an application. You must pay by certified check or money order, and be sure that the fees on the application are current. But they don't charge any
extra fees, and you can usually get your permit and license back in the mail within 5 days of the daye you mail it.
You can get it immediately
jrbaja - 6-23-2004 at 08:11 AM
if you go there in person.
4baja
David K - 6-23-2004 at 08:17 AM
If we go, it will be Fri. the 2nd... return Tue. the 6th. We will likely go via San Felipe/Gonzaga Bay and buy goodies at that place north of SF.
Last word? Perhaps?
Jack Swords - 6-23-2004 at 01:40 PM
Just got info from Vagabundos: "In order to operate a boat that carries fishing equipment in Mexican waters, it is necessary to hold a valid boat
permit and personal fishing licenses for everyone on board the boat, regardless of age and whether fishing or not. A license is not required when
fishing from land."
Boat Permits for under 23 ft $32.55/year, 23 ft to 29 ft 11 in $65.10/year. Fishing license $22.90/week, $32.80/month, $42.70/year.
Oficina de Pesca 2550 Fifth Avenue 101,
San Diego, CA 92103. (619) 233 6956,
FAX (619) 233 0344.
Thanks everyone
jrbaja - 6-23-2004 at 01:45 PM
I knew it would become perfectly clear to me one day. That would be today.
I get confused easily!Anonymous - 6-23-2004 at 02:56 PM
We purchased a boat permit in May in Mexico 23-26 foot 650 pesos ($57.78@11.25 pesos per dollar)
Fishing Permit 427 pesos ($37.96@11.25pesos per dollar)
Vagabundos is a great club but still have a surcharge plus the cost of joining the club ~$45
Most the time, the time saved and effort is worth the extra cost of getting these items from a travel club. Bob and Susan - 6-23-2004 at 02:58 PM
We purchased a boat permit in May in Mexico 23-26 foot 650 pesos ($57.78@11.25 pesos per dollar)
Fishing Permit 427 pesos ($37.96@11.25pesos per dollar)
Vagabundos is a great club but still have a surcharge plus the cost of joining the club ~$45
Most the time, the time saved and effort is worth the extra cost of getting these items from a travel club.
David K, I will be leaving on the 2nd of July. When are you headed down there?