Retrieve a fossicking permit

Introduction

Fossicking is looking for and collecting gems and minerals with hand tools. You must have a permit to fossick in NSW state forests.

You can retrieve a copy of your last valid fossicking permit online.

What you need

• the email address you used to apply for the permit.

How to retrieve

1. Select the ‘Retrieve online’ button.
2. Enter the email address you used to apply for the permit.
3. Select ‘Retrieve’.
4. A copy of your last valid permit will be emailed to you.

More information

• Carry your permit with you when you go fossicking. 
• Follow the rules in the guide to fossicking in NSW.
• Only fossick in the permitted areas shown on the state forest fossicking map. 
• Before you visit a state forest, check for road and forest closures