{"id":2569,"date":"2026-04-06T15:43:30","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T13:43:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/hindrumfjordsenter.no\/en\/?page_id=2569"},"modified":"2026-04-06T19:50:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T17:50:20","slug":"tourist_fishing_regulations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.hindrumfjordsenter.no\/en\/activities\/fishing_adventures\/tourist_fishing_regulations\/","title":{"rendered":"Tourist fishing regulations"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Fishing Regulations for Tourists in Norway<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Updated information on export quotas, documentation requirements and catch reporting \u2013 valid from 2026, with changes effective from 2027.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Regulation of Tourist Fishing in Norway \u2013 Guidelines and Responsibilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

\nTourist fishing in Norway is regulated to protect marine ecosystems and ensure the sustainable use of fish stocks. Businesses that offer recreational sea fishing to tourists \u2013 and meet the official registration requirements \u2013 must be registered with the Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries.\n<\/em><\/p>\n\n

\nRegistered tourist fishing businesses are required to report catches daily. All catches must be recorded digitally after each fishing trip \u2013 including trips with no catch. The reporting obligation applies regardless of the tourist\u2019s nationality or place of residence.\n<\/em><\/p>\n\n

\nThe reporting requirement specifically applies to five species: cod, halibut, coalfish, redfish and wolffish. Catches must be documented by species, date, vessel and number of fish. Fish that are caught and released must also be recorded. Catch data must be submitted before export documentation can be issued.\n<\/em><\/p>\n\n

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\nAt Hindrum Fjordsenter, catch reporting is handled through the approved platform FishReg<\/strong>.\n<\/em><\/p>\n\n

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Duties for Recreational Fishers and Tourists \u2013 Catch Quotas and Conduct Rules<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

\nForeign recreational fishers may only use handheld gear such as rod and line. The use of passive gear \u2013 including nets, pots, traps and longlines \u2013 is prohibited. It is not permitted to sell your catch.\n<\/em><\/p>\n\n

\nGuests staying with a registered tourist fishing business may export up to 15 kg of fish or fish products, twice per calendar year. You must be at least 12 years old and have fished through a registered business. From 1 January 2027, the export quota will be reduced to 10 kg. Trophy fish may not be exported in addition to the quota.\n<\/em><\/p>\n\n

\nFish below the minimum size limit must be released immediately. Halibut over two metres must always be released. A minimum distance of 100 metres must be maintained from aquaculture facilities while fishing, and boats must stay at least 20 metres away from farm structures and moorings.\n<\/em><\/p>\n\n

\nDirect harvesting of king crab is not permitted unless carried out through an approved scheme in Finnmark. Under specific conditions, foreign nationals holding a valid licence may participate in coastal seal hunting, provided they are accompanied by a Norwegian citizen.\n<\/em><\/p>\n\n

\nThese regulations are in place to protect Norway\u2019s coastal and fjord environments and to ensure fair access to marine resources. For legally binding and updated information, consult the official website of the Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries.\n<\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Reportable Species \u2013 These Fish Must Always Be Registered<\/h3>\n\n

\nCatch of the following species must always be reported through FishReg \u2013 including zero catch.\n<\/p>\n\n