fb88 Marine Dealer and Harvester Licenses, and Saltwater Recreational Fishing Registry
Online Licenses | Saltwater Recreational Fishing Registry | Paper DMR License Forms | Other Forms | Additional Information | License Renewal and Application FAQ
Online Licensing System (LEEDS)
The fb88 Department of Marine Resources' online licensing and landings system, called LEEDS (Licensing Enforcement and Environmental Data System) is now available. In order to apply for a new license or renew a license with the system, you first need to create a login for LEEDS
ALREADY HAVE A LOGIN?
After you have created a login, go to the Ìý(www.maine.gov/dmrleeds)
Instructions on how to update your contact information in LEEDS here (PDF, 3 pages)
NEW USER?
If you have never logged into LEEDS before, you will need to go to the , then select the 'Create Login' link
If you are renewing your license online, this system will provide you with many options, including:
- Renew a license
- Apply for a new license you've never held before
- Order tags (for certain licenses)
- Reprint your license
- Upgrade a license (if applicable)
- Pay administrative fees
- Report landings (coming soon)
- Upload documents to the department
- Change your password to the system
If you have had licenses with the Department, you already have a Landings Number. Please be sure that once you create your login, that your landings number has not changed. If your landings number is different once you create your login, please contact the Licensing Division before moving forward in the system. Also, if your SS # is not correct in our system, or the FEIN # has changed, you will not be able to renew your licenses under the "NEW" landings number, and will need to contact Licensing to correct/update in order to proceed.
For assistance with LEEDS, call the DMR licensing division at (207) 624-6550, Option 2.
Register for the fb88 Saltwater Recreational Fishing Registry Online Here
Paper DMR License Application Forms
Below are lists of applications and forms that may be printed out and submitted to the Department for processing.Ìý Form instructions, fees, and where to mail them are usually on the second page of each form.Ìý PDF files require Adobe Acrobat orÌýfree Adobe Reader software (download here), version 6 or higher.Ìý Please print these files using the reader software print icon, not your browser print icon.Ìý If you need an alternate format, please call the DMR licensing division at (207) 624-6550, Option 2.
2025 Dealer License Forms
- 2025ÌýElver Exporter License Application, pdf file 281ÌýKB
- 2025ÌýRetail Wholesale Dealer With Lobster License Application, pdf file 287ÌýKB
- 2025ÌýRetail Wholesale Dealer With No Lobster License Application, pdf file 269ÌýKB
2025 Commercial Harvester License Forms
- Commercial Lobster Harvesters:
- 2025ÌýLobster andÌýCrab Harvesting Class I,II, or III License Application, pdf file 208ÌýKBÌý
- 2025ÌýApprentice or Student Lobster and Crab Harvesting License Application, pdf file 219 KB
- 2025ÌýIsland Limited Entry Lobster and Crab License Application, pdf file 211ÌýKB
- 2025ÌýNon-resident Lobster & Crab License Application, pdf file, 204ÌýKB
- 2025ÌýNon-resident Lobster & Crab Landing Permit, pdf file 241ÌýKB
- 2025ÌýShellfish/Marine Worm/Green Crab/AquacultureÌýLicense Application, pdf file, 261ÌýKB
- Other Commercial Harvesters:
- 2025ÌýMarine Harvesting License Application, pdf file 224ÌýKB
- 2025ÌýScallop, Sea Urchin, and Sea Cucumber Harvesting License Application, pdf file 216ÌýKB
- 2025ÌýElver Harvesting License Application, pdf file, 217ÌýKB
- 2025 Commercial Halibut License Application, pdf file, 222 KB
- 2025ÌýCommercial Menhaden License Application, pdf file 286 KB
2025 Non-Commercial/Recreational License Forms
- 2025ÌýNon-Commercial Scallop License Application for Disabled Veterans, pdf file 213ÌýKB
- 2025ÌýNon-Commercial Lobster and Crab License Application for Disabled Veterans, pdf file 223ÌýKB
- 2025ÌýNon-Commercial Lobster,ÌýDemonstration, Scallop, and Menhaden License Application, pdf file 223ÌýKB
- 2025ÌýSaltwater Recreational Fishing Operator Application, pdf file 190ÌýKB
- 2025ÌýSaltwater Fishing Registry Application, pdf file 231ÌýKB
Ìý
Lobster Tag Order Forms
- Lobster Trap Tag Order Form, pdf file, pdf file, 100 KB
- Lobster Trap Tag Replacement Certification and Order Form, pdf file, 166 KB
- 2025 Affidavit for Tage to be Used Outside of the Valid Tag Year, pdf file, 140 KB
Other Forms and Documents
- Elver Replacement Tag Form, pdf file, 54ÌýKB
- Request Forms for Elver License Holders Regarding Temporary MedicalÌýTransfer of Elver Quota, pdf file, 130 kb
- Safety TrainingÌýRequirements and Course Materials for Sea Urchin and Scallop Divers and Tenders
- 2025 Sea Urchin Zone Change Form, pdf file, 135 kb
- 2025 Zone 2 Sea Urchin Season Change Form, pdf file, 89 kb
- Halibut
- Lobster and Crab
Additional Information
- Looking for support for your start up or existing business?ÌýVisit the Department of Economic and Community Development's Office of Business Development.
- ToÌýrequest data from our harvester or dealer license database, please follow the links below and complete the forms. For more information about the types of licenses we issue, review the lists above. Note that some license-holders do not actively fish or buy/sell, and their status (active or inactive) is confidential.Ìý
Ìý Ìý Ìý
A spreadsheet will be sent to you based on the information you have requested. Your request will be processed in the order in which it was received. ÌýThank you. - A Guide to Lobstering in fb88, pdf file, 1 MB
- ForÌýmunicipal shellfish licenses, please visit or call yourÌý.
- Saltwater Recreational Fishing RegistryÌýinfo
- If you need help deciding which license you need, contact yourÌýMarine Patrol OfficeÌýor (207) 624-6550.
- If you have a problem opening or using any of these applications please contact theÌýDMR Webmaster.
- If you have any questions, call the DMR licensing division at (207) 624-6550.