Notice of Change to the Importation, Possession, Purchase, or Intrastate Transport of Crayfish for Consumption permit.

For all non-native crayfish imported into Oregon for personal consumption, on or after April 1, 2024, will be required to purchase a $14.00 “Fish Transport Permit”.  This change, is to bring the consumption use of crayfish permit into compliance with Oregon Administrative Rule 635-056-0075 (d) (iv)” An Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fish transport permit shall accompany non-native crayfish into Oregon.”

The $14.00 charge will be incurred during the application process for the Importation, Possession, Purchase, or Intrastate Transport of Crayfish for Consumption Permit.

Residents of Oregon seeking an import permit for non-native crayfish, will apply thru the ODFW Electronic Licensing System (ELS) here. The  “Crayfish Transport Permit” application will be available in the online product catalog for purchase. Non-residents of Oregon cannot apply for the Oregon crayfish import permit.

If you have any questions about this new process, please see below frequent asked questions.