There are different types of licenses to fish from the shore (Class 1), a boat (Class 2), a group of people on boat (Class 3) or spearfishing (Class 4). In addition to possessing this license, the people who carry out this activity must respect a series of restrictions regarding the volume of catches, the minimum sizes, the seasons and the species allowed.

The Atlantic and Mediterranean shorelines are ideal for fishing and many of the local marinas provide everything required for a day of open sea fishing. A maritime recreational fishing licence (1st and 2rd Class) is required for fishing from the shore or from a boat near the coast. It is obtainable from the offices of the Delegación Provincial de la Conserjeria de Agricultura y Pesca.