Regulations · First trip
Quebec fishing licence: a beginner’s guide
A valid Quebec sport fishing licence is required to fish for trout and landlocked salmon. Buy it through the official government service or an authorized retailer before your trip, then check the rules for the sector and species you will fish.
Check available datesWhat a licence does not replace
A licence allows you to fish, but each zone may have its own seasons, limits, sizes and restrictions. Current regulations for the water you fish remain the reference.
Before you leave
The guide explains the rules used that day, but each angler is responsible for holding a valid licence.
- Buy through an official service or authorized retailer.
- Keep the licence accessible during your trip.
- Check the zone, species, season and current limits.
- Ask your guide if anything remains unclear.
Trout and landlocked salmon
A regular Quebec licence covers sport fishing for trout and landlocked salmon, subject to zone rules. Anadromous Atlantic salmon and Ontario trips use different licences and regulations.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I buy the licence?
- Through the official Government of Quebec online service or an authorized retailer.
- Does the guide provide it?
- No. Each guest must obtain a valid licence before the trip.