Apply for a recreational fishing licence (1-year or 3-year)

Introduction

A recreational fishing licence is required if you want to fish in NSW waters, both freshwater and saltwater.

You need a licence if:

Activities in NSW freshwater or saltwater that require a licence include:

The NSW Government recreational fishing licence fees are:

If you need a licence for a shorter time you can apply for a 3-day or 1-month licence.

You must show your licence fee receipt if asked by an authorised officer.

For more information on recreational fishing and licence fees visit NSW Primary Industries website.

Not everyone has to pay a fee for a recreational fishing licence.

If you are eligible, you'll need to carry the necessary proof with you when you're fishing, in case you're called upon to show it.

Select the 'Apply online' button.
Select a licence duration, either 1 year or 3 years.
Enter the date you want your licence to start.
- The start date must be within the next 27 days from the date of application.
Select a type of licence, either a digital licence or plastic card.
- For a digital licence, you'll need to have the Service NSW app.
- If you request a plastic card, you can use the receipt provided at the end of the application process as your licence until you get your plastic card.
Enter your personal details.
- You will need to provide an email address if you would like a receipt or renewal notice emailed to you.
- Your preferred contact email or mobile number must match your MyServiceNSW account if you want to access your digital licence.
Review your details and make sure they are correct before proceeding to payment.

You can get a recreational fishing licence (using Visa or Mastercard only) by calling 1300 369 365.

You can also get a recreational fishing licence at a Service NSW Centre.

Once you have your recreational fishing licence you can add it to: