The North American Standard for Trophy Fish Certification
Every trophy catch deserves a permanent record. Submit your catch, receive independent verification, and walk away with an official certificate you can display with pride.
Certified Records
Qualifying Species
Independently Verified
North American Standard.
The Fish Certification Authority (FCA) is an independent verification body dedicated to the preservation of angling history. We provide a permanent record for qualifying recreational catches in North America.
We don’t sell trophies. We certify achievement. From Master to Grand Master Anger, your catch is audited, recorded, and cemented in history.
Coming Soon
Future Award Levels
These multi-species certification levels are planned for a later phase. Current submissions still follow the standard approved-catch certificate flow.
Master Angler
Awarded for 1 qualifying fish.
Ultimate Angler
Awarded for 1 qualifying fish from each of 5 different species.
Virtuoso Angler
Awarded for 1 qualifying fish from each of 10 different species.
Grand Master Angler
Awarded for 1 qualifying fish from each of 20 different species.
Official Documentation.
The Document
This is the official FCA certificate issued after approval, linking your catch to a verification page with Certificate ID and QR code for proof anywhere.
Submit Your Catch
Record only verified trophy fish that meet the minimum length requirements for the species.
How to Measure Your Catch
For a valid submission, measure the fish with the mouth closed and the tail compressed along a flat measuring tape or ruler.
Record the total length from the tip of the nose to the longest point of the tail.
Catch Submission Form
Verified Certificates.
