Operating as a commercial fisher

Find out what you need to do to fish commercially in New Zealand waters and on the high seas.
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Vessel registration
Register your commercial fishing vessel.
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Digital monitoring
Get the latest on what you need to do.

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Who to contact

If you have questions about operating as a fisher, email info@mpi.govt.nz

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