Florida FWC — License-Free Saltwater Fishing Day (Nov 28)
By Steve Levine ·
- Brand: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
- Value: Saltwater license and permits waived
- Cost: Free — no purchase required
- Requirements: Open to residents and non-residents on November 28, 2026. Seasons, bag limits and size limits apply. Private-boat anglers targeting reef fish such as red snapper still need State Reef Fish Angler registration.
Florida waives the recreational saltwater fishing license, plus snook and spiny lobster permits, on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, November 28, 2026, for residents and visitors.