Shrimp Regulations in Virginia (2026)

Recreational shrimp rules in Virginia saltwater, as published by the Virginia Marine Resources Commission. Last checked November 7, 2026.

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B. The daily recreational possession limit for shrimp shall be 20…

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Recreational Shrimp rules in Virginia

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Bag limit: B. The daily recreational possession limit for shrimp shall be 20 quarts of shrimp with heads-on or 15 quarts of tails of shrimp per person or vessel whichever is more restrictive.

A. It shall be unlawful for any person fishing recreationally to take, attempt to take, catch, harvest, land, or possess shrimp by any gear or method not authorized for recreational use or without a recreational fishing license as described in §§ 28.2-302.1 and 28.2-226.1 of the Code of Virginia.

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B. The daily recreational possession limit for shrimp shall be 20 quarts of shrimp with heads-on or 15 quarts of tails of shrimp per person or vessel whichever is more restrictive..

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Source: Virginia Marine Resources Commission. Most anglers need a Virginia saltwater license or registry: get one here.