Salmon Angling Regulations
| State Licence Required? | Yes - Always Required |
|---|---|
| Local Permit Required? | Usually |
| Open/Closed Season |
Yes
January 1 (some fisheries) to September 30 |
| Bag Limits | Daily: 1 fish (Jan 1 - May 11), 3 fish (May 12 - Aug 31), 1 fish (Sep 1 - close). Maximum 10 salmon or sea trout (over 40cm) per year. |
| Size Limits | No size limit |
Season Details
Opens January 1st on a handful of fisheries, remainder open on various dates in February, March, April and May. Season closes September 30th.
Bag Limits
Daily: 1 fish (Jan 1 - May 11), 3 fish (May 12 - Aug 31), 1 fish (Sep 1 - close). Maximum 10 salmon or sea trout (over 40cm) per year.
Size Limits
No size limit
Method Restrictions
On catch and release fisheries: no worms, single or double barbless hooks only, fish must be handled carefully and not removed from water. All salmon kept must be tagged and logged.
Additional Rules
State Licence must be in possession when fishing. Logbook must be maintained for all fish caught and released. It is prohibited to sell rod caught salmon. Check annual list of open/closed/C&R fisheries before fishing.
Important: Regulations change regularly. There may also be local regulations that vary depending on the water you are fishing. Always check with IFI or enquire locally before fishing.