Cheat Sheet to Creating and Submitting Electronic Fish Tickets

Posted on January 14, 2025 by Local Fish

How to Create and Submit an Electronic Fish Ticket

If you’re a commercial fisherman or a fish receiver in California, submitting landing data via electronic fish tickets (E-Tix) is mandatory. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get started:

1. Create an E-Tix Account: Visit the E-Tix website and request a new account. You’ll need to complete the registration process to access the system.
2. Record Your Landing Data: Once logged in, enter the required information for each landing. This must be done within 3 business days. For specific fish like Pacific bluefin tuna or sablefish, submit within 24 hours.
3. Submit Data via E-Tix: After entering the landing data, submit the form directly through the E-Tix platform.
4. Handle Dock Tickets (If Needed): If you can’t submit immediately, use a dock ticket to record the data. This is not submitted to CDFW but must be kept for records.

For more detailed instructions and help, visit the CDFW website  or contact the Marine Fisheries Statistical Unit at ElectronicFishTicket@wildlife.ca.gov. Here is the direct link to the CDFW User Guide for fast reference.