Main points
- Amateur fishing in Ukraine is free and does not require special permits, but there are certain restrictions.
- The daily catch limit for one person is no more than 3 kilograms, plus one additional fish.
Is it possible to fish without a permit in Ukraine / Collage of Channel 24
With the onset of the warm season, more and more Ukrainians are heading to the water bodies – not only to relax, but also to fish. However, in order not to “get caught” by a fine, it is worth understanding the rules in advance.
Is it possible to fish without a permit?
Amateur fishing in Ukraine is free. However, whether a special permit is required for it – read in the article.
The Center for Free Legal Aid reminded that amateur and sport fishing on Ukrainian public water bodies does not require special permits .
However, on these principles, a daily allowance for one person is provided – no more than 3 kilograms, as well as one additional fish.
In addition, it is allowed to use fishing rods and spinning rods of all types using artificial or natural bait, but the number of hooks should not exceed 7 per person.
The fisherman should also have a device with him to measure the length of the “trophies”. If he comes across a fish that is smaller than the established standards, it should be immediately returned to the reservoir.
Minimum fish sizes / Photo State Fish Agency
Please note! Stricter rules apply during the spawning season, which usually lasts from April to early summer. During this time, you will have to limit yourself to fishing only from the shore, with two hooks or spinning with artificial bait.
Recall that earlier in Ukraine, the possibility of introducing a fishing ticket was discussed, which would allow increasing the daily catch rate for a separate fee, the State Fisheries Agency wrote.
What is worth knowing about other fishing bans?
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By the way, in Ukraine there is a permanent ban on catching Red Book biological resources, such as beluga, stellate sturgeon, and Black Sea salmon. Violation is punishable by a hefty fine, which can reach 100,000 hryvnias.
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In addition, until June 30, Ukrainians are prohibited from catching crayfish, and the fine for one individual is 3,332 hryvnias.