 | 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 14 years of age and over 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.
- You can update your contact and address details online using myServiceTas or at a service centre.
| 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
Seasonal licences
| Licence type | Adult | Pensioner | Senior | Junior (14-17 years) | Young adult (18-21 years) |
| One season licence - one rod | $93.50 | $51.50 | $74 | No fee | $51.50 |
| One season licence - two rod | $112.50 | $61 | $83.50 | No fee | $61 |
| 5 season licence - one rod | $467.50 | $257.50 | $372 | N/A | N/A |
| 5 season licence - two rod | $563 | $305 | $419 | N/A | N/A |
| Same person - second rod | $19 | $9.50 | $9.50 | No fee | $9.50 |
Short term and other licences
| Licence type | Fee |
| Same person - second rod (short term) | $9.50 |
| 48 hours - one person, one rod | $28.50 |
| 48 hours - one person, two rod | $38 |
| 7 days - one person, one rod | $47.50 |
| 7 days - one person, two rod | $57 |
| 28 days - one person, one rod | $74 |
| 28 days - one person, two rod | $83.50 |
| Replacement | $3.50 |
| Whitebait | $38 |
Fees and charges last updated 1 July, 2025
Payment options
| Online |   |
|---|---|
| Service Centre |    |
More Information
- If 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.