Can I Keep?Yellowfin Tuna Regulations in South Carolina (2026)
Recreational yellowfin tuna rules in South Carolina saltwater, as published by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
27-inch curved FL
Bag limit
3 per person per day per trip
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Recreational Yellowfin Tuna rules in South Carolina
- Where
- Ocean
- Size limit
- 27-inch curved FL
- Bag limit
- 3 per person per day per trip
- Federal Highly Migratory Species Permit required to fish for these species except for the Other Tunas. Check current federal regulations by calling 1-888-USA-TUNA (1-888-872-8862) or checking https://hmspermits.noaa.gov/.
- SCDNR 2026-2027 South Carolina Hunting & Fishing guide (Rules & Regulations), printed page 52 (PDF page 54), table "BILLFISH & ATLANTIC TUNAS", section "ATLANTIC TUNAS".
Quick answers
What is the yellowfin tuna size limit in South Carolina?
27-inch curved FL.
How many yellowfin tuna can I keep in South Carolina?
3 per person per day per trip.
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More offshore & pelagic in South Carolina
- Atlantic Sharpnose
- Bigeye Tuna
- Blue Marlin
- Bluefin Tuna
- Bluefish
- Bonnethead
- Cobia
- Dolphin
- Great White Shark
- King Mackerel
- Longbill Spearfish
- Roundscale Spearfish
- Sailfish
- Sharks
- Spanish Mackerel
- Swordfish
- Wahoo
- White Marlin
All South Carolina saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Most anglers need a South Carolina saltwater license or registry: get one here.