Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

DEEP headquarters at 79 Elm Street in Hartford has partially re-opened to staff and members of the public as of Tuesday, February 3. The DEEP records room has re-opened. The DEEP Central Permit Processing Unit (CPPU) will be open to the public starting on Wednesday, Feb. 4. For updates, click here

Online Permit Applications for Fishing and Boating

Link to ezFile 

The following fishing and boating permit applications can be submitted through DEEP's online ezFile system:

  • Inland Fishing Tournament/Derby
  • Marine Fishing Tournament/Registration
  • Marine Event
  • Importation of Live Fish or Live Fish Eggs
  • Liberation of Live Fish or Live Fish Eggs
  • Special Regulations on Association Controlled Waters
  • Private Waters Registration

We encourage you to use the ezFile application process. However, if you do not have access to a computer, you may still submit a paper-based application.  

Note: Processing time for paper-based applications may be longer than for applications submitted through ezFile.

Benefits of using ezFile include:

  • Access to view pending and approved applications/permits for activities at state-owned boat ramps.
  • Pending applications or approved permit applications can be used as a template for new applications.
  • Applications can be “shared” so that one or more individuals can enter necessary information.
  • One-click mapping to identify exact locations of proposed fishing or boating activities.
  • Pre-populated drop-down lists to facilitate appropriate selections.
  • Email confirmation of submission, DEEP decision on the application, and reminders of required reports.

Resources to assist with your transition from paper-based applications and permits to ezFile: 

Content last Updated April 2016.