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.