Who needs a South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Fish Importation Permit?
A fish importation permit is required for all live fish or fish eggs originating from sources outside the boundaries of the state of South Dakota before they can be brought into South Dakota. All State, Federal, and private hatchery facilities, private pond owners, resident anglers, non-resident anglers, and resident and non-resident bait dealers are required to obtain a fish importation permit from the department before obtaining fish or fish eggs from sources not in South Dakota. The Fish Importation Permit Application and a list of fish importation regulations is available online or by contacting the department’s Fish Health Specialist at (605) 642-6920 A copy of the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks Fish Importation Permit must be in possession when transporting live fish or included with the shipping container for eggs or live fish.
