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Fishing in Cyprus
Three different experiences: free shore fishing, freshwater reservoir fishing (license €15-30/year), and deep-sea fishing trips (€80-150/half day). Something for every level.
Licenses
Shore fishing: no license needed. Freshwater reservoirs: license from Department of Fisheries. Spearfishing: special license with strict rules. Boat fishing: boat license needed.
This was exactly our experience: Fishing in Cyprus Three different experiences: free shore fishing, freshwater reservoir fishing (license €15-30/year), and deep-sea fishing trips (€80-150/half day).
– Family from Vienna, in Limassol since 2023
Best Spots
Freshwater: Asprokremmos Reservoir (carp to 15 kg), Kouris, Germasogeia. Sea: Zygi Pier, Larnaca Marina, Pafos Harbor. Deep-sea tours from Limassol and Pafos.
Season Calendar
Coast: year-round, best Sep-Nov and Apr-Jun. Freshwater: Oct-May. Deep-sea: May-Nov. Summer fishing: early morning or late evening only.
Fishing in Cyprus
Locations: Larnaca, Limassol
Topics: Fishing in Cyprus, Licenses, Best Spots
CMC Practical Tip
Summer fishing: early morning or late evening only.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Free and without license from coast, piers. Freshwater reservoirs need license (€15-30).
Sea: sea bream, sea bass, octopus. Freshwater: carp (up to 15 kg!), bass. Deep-sea: swordfish, tuna.
Tackle shops in all cities. Used gear on Bazaraki.com. Special items: order from Amazon.de.
Cyprus Angling Federation, Facebook groups. Regular competitions and meetups.
How CMC Supports You
At CMC Certus Management Consultants, we are here for you – not only for tax and legal questions, but also for all practical topics of everyday life in Cyprus. Our team in Larnaca and Pafos knows the local conditions first-hand.
As your local contact, we handle: company formation and management, tax advisory and Non-Dom applications, ongoing bookkeeping and tax returns, support with authorities, and referrals to estate agents, lawyers, doctors and tradespeople.