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Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Every resident who applies for a license to take or catch oysters and clams shall pay as follows or as subsequently revised by the Commission pursuant to § 28.2-201:
1. For each person taking or catching oysters by hand or with ordinary tongs, $10;
2. For each single-rigged patent tong boat taking oysters, $35;
3. For each double-rigged patent tong boat taking oysters, $70;
4. For each person taking or catching clams by hand or with ordinary tongs, $15;
5. For each single-rigged patent tong boat taking clams, $35;
6. For each double-rigged patent tong boat taking clams, $70; and
7. For each dredge used for taking or catching clams, $50.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Virginia Code Title 28.2. Fisheries and Habitat of the Tidal Waters § 28.2-502. License fees for taking oysters or clams in tidal waters - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/va/title-28-2-fisheries-and-habitat-of-the-tidal-waters/va-code-sect-28-2-502/
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