Boat and Other Licenses
Obtaining your Marine Licence
Just as you need a licence to drive your car, one is also required to operate a boat.
To find out more about what's required to obtain your licence in Victoria, visit VicRoads online at https://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/.
For marine licensing in other states and territories please follow the links below:
- Australian Capital Territory - has similar marine licensing requirements as NSW
- New South Wales
- NT - Does not currently require recreational boat operators to have a marine licence
- Queensland
- South Australia
- Tasmania
- Western Australia
Recreational Fishing Licence
Plastic card recreational fishing licenses are now available for 1 year and 3 year licenses that can be obtained online or at licensing outlets. Individuals can obtain a 28 day or 2 day licence online, but will only be provided in electronic PDF format via email.