Região Autónoma da Madeira — águas interiores
Região Autónoma, Portugal. Authority : Instituto das Florestas e Conservação da Natureza, IP-RAM (IFCN).
2026 rules, checked on 23 September 2026.
- Licence
- €3.49Licença Regional
- Calendar lines open on
- 123 September 2026
- Minimum sizes
- 20 cmCarpa, enguia e outros
Useful gear for this area
Chosen from the species and size limits regulated in this area.
Responsible gearDigital Hanging Scale 50 kgTo check the minimum size: European eel 20 cm here.
€30.90£16.90Not shipped to the United States
Stainless Steel Swivels, Pack of 100For : northern pike, zander, walleye · feeder fishing
€29.90£14.90Not shipped to the United States
Responsible gearCoated Nylon Keepnet with Aluminium RingsFor : roach, common bream, european perch · float fishing (waggler and stick float)
€73.90£36.90Not shipped to the United States
The details on this page are written in French, as close as possible to the official texts.
2026 season calendar
Salvo proteção anunciada por editais do IFCN.
Solid bars: fishing allowed. Yellow line: today.
Minimum sizes
| Species | Minimum size | 0–60 cm |
|---|---|---|
| Trutas2 Medido do focinho à forca caudal ; proibida retenção, transporte ou consumo abaixo. | 18 cm | |
| Carpa, enguia e outros2 Idem. | 20 cm |
To check the minimum size: European eel 20 cm here. Digital Hanging Scale 50 kg €30.90£16.90Not shipped to the United States
Bag limits
Not published by the authority: check with Instituto das Florestas e Conservação da Natureza, IP-RAM (IFCN).
Licence
| Licence | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Licença Regional1 Permite pescar todos os dias em quaisquer águas públicas não reservadas ou concedidas ; online (portal SIMplifica), IFCN ou postos florestais. | ano civil (caduca a 31 de dezembro) | €3.49 |
| Licença Regional Dominical1 Apenas domingos e feriados. | ano civil | €1.40 |
Buy the licence on ifcn.madeira.gov.pt
- Visitor permit1
- Licença Temporária para Turistas €2máximo 1 mêsIFCN / SIMplifica / postos florestais.
Good to know
Só cana (com ou sem carreto), máx. 3 anzóis ou 1 fateixa de 3 farpas (iscos artificiais : mais fateixas) ; na pesca às trutas 1 cana e 1 anzol ; proibido qualquer isco natural ; pesca de terra ou vadeando ; pesca noturna proibida. Troços interditos : Ribeiro Frio (nascente até à ponte do Posto Aquícola), Ribeira de São Jorge (nascente até à confluência do Ribeiro Bonito), Ribeira de São Vicente a montante da confluência Ribeira Grande/Ribeira da Vargem, Ribeira da Janela (nascentes do Ribeiro do Alecrim e do Lageado).
What the authority does not publish
Points we could not find in the official texts: check with the authority.
- Référence du diploma legal regional (decreto legislativo regional) non affichée sur les pages IFCN
- Pas de quotas journaliers publiés
Rules change every year and can be amended during the season. Before fishing, check the text in force with the authority listed.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a fishing licence in Região Autónoma da Madeira — águas interiores in 2026?
The “Licença Regional” licence costs €3.49 (ano civil (caduca a 31 de dezembro)). Other options and prices are in the table above, with the official source.
When does the european eel season open in Região Autónoma da Madeira — águas interiores?
European eel: 1 Jan → 31 Dec, according to the official calendar above.
What is the minimum size for european eel in Região Autónoma da Madeira — águas interiores?
European eel: 20 cm. Any smaller fish must be released immediately.
Official sources
- IFCN — Licenças de pesca para águas interiores (accessed on 23 September 2026)
- IFCN — Pesca e a gestão de recursos (accessed on 23 September 2026)
- IFCN — Enquadramento legal (atualizado em 18.01.2017) (accessed on 23 September 2026)
Last checked : 23 September 2026.