Commercial Fishers Licenses Open July 13

Commissioner Jean-Pierre L. Oriol of the Department of Planning and Natural Resources advises all licensed commercial fishers in the U.S. Virgin Islands that the annual commercial fisher registration period will take place in July 2026.

The Division of Fish and Wildlife, in partnership with the Division of Environmental Enforcement, will conduct in-person registration sessions in both districts to assist commercial fishers with renewing their registrations and submitting required documentation.

REGISTRATION SCHEDULE

ST. CROIX

ST. THOMAS–ST. JOHN

July 13–17, 2026

July 20–24, 2026

Division of Environmental Enforcement

DPNR Main Office

Anna’s Hope, St. Croix

2nd Floor Conf. Room, VIYA Building, Tutu

To complete the registration process, commercial fishers must bring:

• A completed and signed renewal form

• A current business license

• Any outstanding Commercial Catch Reports

DPNR encourages all licensed commercial fishers to attend during the designated registration period to ensure their records are current and their licenses remain in good standing.

For additional information or assistance, please contact the Division of Fish and Wildlife:

Email: DFWelectronic@usiv.onmicrosoft.com

St. Croix: (340) 773-1082

St. Thomas: (340) 774-3320, Ext. 5206