Source: NCDENR, 5/27/22
The Division of Marine Fisheries is reminding fishermen to
complete and return their commercial and for-hire license and permit renewals
for fiscal year 2023 without delay.
Renewal packets were mailed to license and permit holders in
April. The packets included an application and a self-addressed, postage paid
envelope. Renewals may be completed by mail, drop-box, or in person by
appointment.
Drop boxes and appointments are available at the following Division locations:
DMF
Headquarters
3441 Arendell St.
Morehead City
Phone: 252-726-7021 or 800-682-2632
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Manteo
Field Office
1021 Driftwood Dr.
Manteo
Phone 252-473-5734 or 800-405-7774
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Pamlico
District Office
943 Washington Square Mall, Highway 17
Washington
Phone: 252-946-6481 or 800-338-7804
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Southern
District Office
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington
Phone: 910-796-7215 or 800-248-4536
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Those who have questions or wish to make an appointment
should call their local license office at the number listed above or email License@ncdenr.gov. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The license office in the Elizabeth City office
is permanently closed and cannot accept renewal applications.
2022 commercial fishing,
seafood dealer, and for-hire licenses and permits expire on June 30. The 2023
licenses and permits will become effective on July 1.
Coastal Recreational Fishing Licenses expire based on the date of
purchase. Recreational fishing and hunting licenses can be purchased or renewed
online at www.ncwildlife.org, by calling N.C. Wildlife Resource Commission
at 1-888-248-6834 during office hours, or at a many outdoor shops (find a license agent in your area).
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