 | Applying, renewing or replacing online takes about 5 minutes. |
Key info
- You can apply for, renew or replace your licence online, at a service centre or over the phone.
- Anyone over the age of 14 must have a current angling licence to fish with a rod, reel or line at any inland water in Tasmania.
- The licence period runs from 1 August to 31 July each year.
| Get started | button_link | Please visit the Inland Fisheries Service to apply for, renew or replace an angling licence |  |
About applying for, renewing or replacing an angling licence
You need an angling licence for any inland fishing done with a:
- rod
- reel, or
- line
This includes fishing at farm dams on private property.
The InFish App provides up-to-date information about angling in Tasmania.
How to apply, renew or replace
| Online | Service Centre | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Inland Fisheries Service | Find your nearest Service Centre | (03) 6165 3808 |
What you need to apply, renew or replace
If you want to apply for, renew, or replace your licence online you must:
- provide your contact details
- provide proof of concession (if applicable)
- pay a fee.
If you visit a service centre you must:
- complete an application form (only available at service centres)
- provide proof of concession (if applicable)
- pay a fee.
Can I apply, renew or replace?
You can apply for, renew, or replace an angling licence if you are 14 years or older.
You can also apply for a licence on behalf of someone else or as a gift.
Proving your identity
You do not need to prove your identity.
How much it costs
| Licence type | Cost |
|---|---|
One season licence - one junior (14-17 years) one rod | No fee |
One season licence - one junior (14-17 years) 2 rod | No fee |
48 hours - one person one rod | $25 |
48 hours - one person 2 rod | $25 |
7 days - one person one rod | $40.50 |
7 days - one person 2 rod | $40.50 |
28 days - one person one rod | $63.50 |
28 days - one person 2 rod | $63.50 |
One season licence - one pensioner one rod | $44 |
One season licence - one pensioner 2 rod | $52 |
One season licence - one senior one rod | $63.50 |
One season licence - one senior 2 rod | $71.50 |
One season licence - one adult one rod | $79.50 |
One season licence - one adult 2 rod | $96.50 |
5 season licence - one pensioner one rod | $220 |
5 season licence - one pensioner 2 rod | $260.50 |
5 season licence - one senior one rod | $317.50 |
5 season licence - one senior 2 rod | $358 |
5 season licence - one adult one rod | $399 |
5 season licence - one adult 2 rod | $480.50 |
Same person 2nd rod (pensioner or senior) | $8 |
Same person 2nd rod (adult) | $17 |
Replacement | $3.20 |
Whitebait | $34 |
Fees and charges last updated 1 July, 2022.
Payment options
| Online |   |
|---|---|
| Service Centre |     |
More Information
- Aboriginal people do not need fishing licences but must comply with all other fisheries rules, including:
- bag and possession limits
- size restrictions, and
- seasons.
- If are applying for someone else online, you need to provide an email address (which will then notify the recipient). If you apply for the licence over the phone or in person however, this will not happen.
Please visit Inland Fisheries Service for more information on applying, renewing or replacing an angling licence.