How to get a recreational fishing permit

Recreational (sport) fishing refers to the catching of fish resources and other aquatic animals for personal consumption, sporting and recreational enjoyment, as well as for holding sporting competitions, using non-commercial fishing gear.

Depending on the conditions for using fish resources, the following types are distinguished:

General use — free of charge. Recreational fishing in reserve fishery water bodies and/or their sections is permitted without a permit, with a free catch limit of up to 5 kilograms per angler per fishing trip.

Special use — subject to payment in cases provided for by legislation.

The procedure for obtaining the required documents depends on the status of the water body, the catch volume, and the applicable restrictions.