Can I Keep?Amberjack Regulations in Virginia (2026)
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Recreational amberjack rules in Virginia saltwater, as published by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
32 in minimum
Bag limit
2 per person
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Recreational Amberjack rules in Virginia
- Where
- All waters
- Size limit
- A. It shall be unlawful for any person to take, catch, or have in possession any amberjack less than 32 inches in total length.
- Bag limit
- C. It shall be unlawful for any person fishing recreationally to possess more than two amberjack at any time.
- Possession
- When fishing from any recreational vessel where the entire catch is held in a common hold or container, the possession limit for the recreational vessel shall be equal to the number of persons on board legally eligible to fish multiplied by two.
Commercial rules
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- Where
- All waters
- Size limit
- A. It shall be unlawful for any person to take, catch, or have in possession any amberjack less than 32 inches in total length.
- Bag limit
- D. It shall be unlawful for any person fishing commercially to possess more than two amberjack at any time. When fishing from any vessel where the entire catch is held in a common hold or container, the possession limit for the vessel shall be equal to the number of valid commercial fisherman registration licensees on board multiplied by two.
Quick answers
What is the amberjack size limit in Virginia?
A. It shall be unlawful for any person to take, catch, or have in possession any amberjack less than 32 inches in total length..
How many amberjack can I keep in Virginia?
C. It shall be unlawful for any person fishing recreationally to possess more than two amberjack at any time..
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Source: Virginia Marine Resources Commission. Most anglers need a Virginia saltwater license or registry: get one here.