Recreational fishing licences are required in NSW, even if you only fish occasionally. If you're aged 18 or older, and you're engaged in any of the following activities in NSW waters, freshwater or saltwater, you need a recreational fishing licence:
We gather the necessary details from you to facilitate the fishing licence application process with Service NSW.
We review the provided data to ensure it's accuracy and then submit on your behalf to Service NSW.
After submitting the application on your behalf, we email you your NSW fishing licence proof of purchase.
You're exempt from paying the NSW recreational fishing fee if you're:
Yes. You can use the receipt provided to you as your licence until you get your plastic card. You can also add your digital licence to your Service NSW app as soon as you complete this application.
Digital licences are available on an opt-in basis; you'll still receive a physical licence or permit. You can use the receipt provided to you as your licence until such time as your receive your plastic card in the post.
Yes. A recreational fishing licence is required to fish in NSW waters, both freshwater and saltwater, for anglers aged 18 years and older. If you’re on or near NSW fishing waters and have fishing gear with you, you'll need to be able to show your licence fee receipt.
If you're eligible for a fishing licence exemption, you'll need to carry the necessary proof when you're fishing, in case you're called upon to show it.
