Considerations

• The best angling for tuna is offshore in a fishing vessel. No license is needed for sea angling provided the fishermen are using vertical lines, trolling or spear fishing without diving equipment. There is no limit on the number of tuna a recreational fisherman can take. No tuna fishing is allowed in designated swimming areas.
  
  

License

• A license for tuna fishing is required for those using a spear and aqualungs, nets, long-lines or traps. A license is required for fishing at night with a spear gun or commercial fishing. The Republic of Cypress Department of Fisheries and Marine Research issues the licenses.
  
  

Charters

• Charter companies in Cyprus offer tuna fishing tours with a captain certified by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA). The captain must adhere to IGFA standards for safety at sea, saltwater fishing rules, tackle regulations and boating etiquette. A typical deep sea charter for tuna goes 60 miles out to sea.