NEW 2026
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
- Boats must be a minimum of 2.30 meters and no more than 5 meters in length, with only Electric engines allowed during the competition. For self-crossing petrol engines can be used (I01).
- No Lead (F14)
- GPS tracker rules affected by the GPS tracking system are (E02/E15/F15/J07). Click here for additional GPS tracker information
- The event runs in conjunction with all local rules, as outlined in Section N, especially N13.
- Compulsory portable toilets for all
- No drone at any time
- No pets
SPIRIT OF ANGLING SHORE-CLEAN-UP OPERATION
All anglers taking part in an Angling Spirit event must now as part of their condition of entry, complete a shoreline clean-up. We can’t wait to see all your pictures to see how much your contribution is making a positive impact on your favourite sport.
THE REST OF THE EVENT IN BRIEF
– End of competition Saturday 8:00
– Ceremonies on the water stage by Camping El Burgo
– Lowrance Bivvy City by the Sports Hall – follow signage
– Registration & HQ in the sports hall
– An orange “P” is to be added in front of the angler’s name to confirm the reception of a copy of their fishing permit.
– No Pets allowed to accompany participants on the banks (N13)
– Boats to be fit for the purpose of fishing between the length of 2.3 meters and no more than 5 meters. No single chamber allowed.
– The use of a foot-powered kayak is no longer authorised.
– NO drones at any time onsite from on-site registration until the end of prize-giving as far as World Carp Classic is concerned. You can apply to local authorities outside of this window.
COVID-19 & other sanitary measures
As a reminder, World Carp Classic 2026 is run abiding by all rules as set out by the Spanish Government, and other local authorities, which have the right to add local rules to the ones set out by the government.
Currently, and as we understand it, Spain has lifted all measures, but it is the responsibility of each individual attending the event to ensure they do so in accordance with the law of Spain, but also of any country they may come to enter for arriving in Spain.
Ensure to get your information using official government websites and to keep a link to all relevant pages you have found to re-check before travelling.
We strongly suggest you read our dedicated COVID-19 page
OTHER IMPORTANT POINTS
1- Minimum weight: 4kg
2- 6 rods per swim allowed
3- 350 meters limit
4- ‘Friends OF’ litter penalty: ‘ Friends OF’ and the host venue’s litter rule is now slightly changed following discussion with the host venues. At their discretion, a fine will be issued and sent to competitors who will have 28 days from the date it is sent to pay it or to comply with its community service alternative. If no payment/community service is made to the venue by that time, World Carp Classic will then apply a name & shame ban, remaining in place until the fine has been paid or community service has been completed.
5- Fishing Permits: To comply with Spanish Fishing Federation rules, anglers will need to provide their ID details to get their permits. A link with a full explanation and details will be provided. This will require participants’ cooperation before their arrival to ensure a smooth run during on-site registration.
