Government Department

Fisheries New Zealand

Fisheries

What this regulator covers

Quota Management System, fishing permit applications, aquaculture registration, vessel licences, observer programme, fish catch reporting.

When to contact this regulator

  • Fishing permit
  • Quota allocation
  • Aquaculture registration
  • Vessel licence

Escalation

If you are unsatisfied with a decision from this regulator, escalation paths typically run through the Ombudsman (process complaints) or the relevant Court/Tribunal (substantive decisions). Check the regulator's official website for specific review and appeal procedures.

Official website

mpi.govt.nz/fishing

Contact details

Phone number
Email address
Postal address

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