This document discusses fish tagging methods used for fisheries research and management. It outlines the objectives of fish tagging programs which include assessing past, present and future uses of tags as well as improving tagging methodology. The document describes various tag and mark types including their advantages and disadvantages. Internal and external tags are discussed. Recommendations are made to improve tagging programs through training, low-cost tags, and electronic tagging. The conclusion states that fish tagging is a fundamental tool that allows biologists to gather various information for fisheries.