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By Law a Recreational Fishing Licence (RFL) is required for each angler to hold, even whilst aboard a fishing charter. However, exempts apply to those under 18 and those over 70 and for those who hold the following cards:

* Victorian Seniors Cars;
* Veterans' Affairs Pensioner Card
* Veterans' Affairs Repatriation Health Card
* Commonwealth Pensioner concession card holder

A RFL can be purchased for different periods of time depending on your needs –

* 2 Day (48 hrs) - $5.50
* 28 days - $11
* 1 year - $22
* 3 years - $60

You can obtain a licence from almost any tackle or Kmart store or alternatively you can purchase a licence on-line from the Department of Primary Industries website, which will also provide you with further information on fishing licences – www.dpi.vic.gov.au

Or click here for a direct link to the registration.

Please note - Fisheries Officers will be on patrol to ensure that you hold a valid licence and penalties apply to those without a RFL.