No rod licence for sea angling
Recreational sea angling from the shore or a boat does not require a state rod licence in Ireland. Salmon and sea trout are the exception and need a licence.
Regulations change. Check the official source before fishing:
https://fishinginireland.info/regulations/
· Verified 2026-07-13
Applies to: Ballan WrasseBassBull HussCoalfishCodlingConger EelDabFlounderGilthead BreamGolden Grey MulletLesser-spotted DogfishMackerelPlaicePollackThick-lipped Grey MulletThornback RayWhiting
Always confirm current bye-laws before fishing, especially for bass and salmonids.