Catch Report for Tourist Fishing – Help Protect the Future of Our Seas
Join the Effort to Protect Marine Life! Report your catch of cod, pollock, redfish, wolffish, and halibut – it’s quick, easy, and required by law.
The sea carries our dreams as echoes toward the horizon – reminding us that all we give with respect becomes part of nature’s balance.
Sea fishing along Norway’s coast and fjords is free and open to everyone, but some species are under pressure.
To ensure healthy fish stocks in the future, the Directorate of Fisheries requires all registered tourist fishing businesses to report catches of cod, halibut, saithe, redfish, and wolffish.
This includes fish that are kept, released – and even trips with no catch.
All reporting must be done digitally and continuously through an approved platform.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned angler, following these rules is essential.
Your effort helps protect marine resources – ensuring that future generations can enjoy the rich fish life in the Trondheim Fjord and along the Trøndelag coast.
Rules for Equipment and Catch – What You Need to Know
Foreign tourists fishing in Norway must follow strict regulations to help protect our marine environment. Only handheld fishing gear is permitted – nets, longlines, traps, and similar equipment are strictly prohibited. It is also illegal to sell your catch or keep fish that are under the minimum legal size.
Important Catch Rules to Remember:
✅ Always report your catch of cod, halibut, saithe, redfish, and wolffish – including zero catch
✅ Keep a safe distance – stay at least 100 meters away from fish farms while fishing
✅ You must fish from a boat affiliated with a registered tourist fishing business in order to take fish home
Follow the rules – fish responsibly and help protect the rich marine life of the Norwegian coast!
Click the button to go directly to the digital reporting platform. It only takes a couple of minutes – and helps support sustainable fishing in Norway.
