Can I Keep?Grouper Regulations in Virginia (2026)
Recreational grouper rules in Virginia saltwater, as published by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Bag limit
1 per person
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Recreational Grouper rules in Virginia
- Where
- All waters
- Bag limit
- C. The recreational harvest, landing, and possession limit for grouper, as described in 4VAC20-1120-20 , shall be one fish.
Commercial rules
Show 1 commercial rule
- Where
- Ocean
- Bag limit
- B. It shall be unlawful for any vessel to land in Virginia more than 175 pounds of grouper, as described in 4VAC20-1120-20 , per day when commercial fishing.
- C. It shall be unlawful for any person to transfer at sea to another person or vessel any harvest of tilefish or grouper.
Quick answers
How many grouper can I keep in Virginia?
C. The recreational harvest, landing, and possession limit for grouper, as described in 4VAC20-1120-20 , shall be one fish..
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Source: Virginia Marine Resources Commission. Most anglers need a Virginia saltwater license or registry: get one here.