Sport fishing regulations
Do I need a license to fish in New Zealand freshwater?
Yes. A fishing license has to be purchased when fishing in NZ. The licence is available in most sports and outdoor shops.
Do i need a license for Saltwater fishing?
No. There is no licence for saltwater fishing. But certain regulationas about size and bag limits apply.
Do I ned a valid fishing license from my home country to purchase a New Zealand fishing license?
No. Everybody can purchase a New Zealand fishing license.
What types of fishing licences are there? What do they cost?
Fishing Whole Season Adult $ 105.00
Fishing Whole Season Junior $ 21.00
Fishing Whole Season Family $ 137.00
Fishing Winter Season Adult $ 63.00
Fishing Winter Season Junior $ 13.00
Fishing 24 Hour Adult $ 21.00
Fishing 24 Hour Junior $ 4.00
Fishing Whole Season Child [free]
Fishing Winter Season Child [free]
Fishing 24 Hour Child [free]
What are the winter fishing season dates?
The winter fishing season starts on 1 April and last until 30 September.
Who do I contact if I want to fish in the Taupo (Lake Taupo) Fishing District?
Contact the Department of Conservation Turangi Office – 07 386 8607. Taupo fishing licences are available from sports shops in the Taupo area.
Where do I find information about the does and dont's when fishing in New Zealand
When you purchase a fishing license you will get a little booklet that holds all detailed information about the does and donts.
Also click this Link. for more information.