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Know before you go

The rules · 2026

A quick, clear starting point for recreational Atlantic bluefin tuna bag limits and current regulations.

Atlantic bluefin tuna · Recreational

Know the limits before you leave the dock.

Bag limits and possession rules are there to protect the fishery and keep the season healthy. Use the official NOAA guidance for the current 2026 regulations, and check for updates close to your trip.

Atlantic bluefin tuna recreational bag limits

Regulations can vary by size class, season, vessel category, and location. Always use the current official source when planning a trip or deciding whether a fish can be kept.

Check before departure

Rules and openings may change.

Measure carefully

Know the applicable size class.

Keep documentation

Have permits and required records ready.

When in doubt, release

Protect the fishery and ask first.