SlotGaugeCheck a catchYellowfin Tuna regulations in Virginia
Highly migratory species · Saltwater · 2026 season
Is it a keeper? Yellowfin Tuna has no size limit today, with Managed by NMFS HMS; a federal HMS permit is required.
Yellowfin Tuna size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic waters (NMFS HMS rules) | Open year-round | Set by NMFS | Managed by NMFS HMS; a federal HMS permit is required |
Notes
- Virginia prints no state rule; yellowfin tuna are managed by NOAA Fisheries HMS (hmspermits.noaa.gov).
Exact Virginia Marine Resources Commission wording
- Season
- See federal rules
- Size
- See federal rules
- Limit
- See federal rules
- Atlantic waters (NMFS HMS rules) — as printed
- “TUNA (YELLOWFIN, BIGEYE) ... Info: Managed by NMFS - http://www.hmspermits.gov/”
Source: Virginia Marine Resources Commission, captured 2026-09-21 (2026 season).
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About the yellowfin tuna
Species of fish
The yellowfin tuna is a species of tuna found in pelagic waters of tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Yellowfin Tuna in Virginia?
Set by NMFS in Virginia state waters.
How many Yellowfin Tuna can you keep per day in Virginia?
Managed by NMFS HMS; a federal HMS permit is required.
When is Yellowfin Tuna season in Virginia?
Open year-round.
Is my Yellowfin Tuna a keeper today?
Yellowfin Tuna has no size limit today, with Managed by NMFS HMS; a federal HMS permit is required.