A fishing lincense is obligatory when fishing in natural waters in and around Denmark. The license is valid for one year and costs DKK 125. The license is obtained from the Danish post offices. For tourists, a license valid for one day or one week can be obtained at DKK 30 (day) and DKK 90 (week). In addition to the post offices, licenses can be obtained from local tourist offices, and tackle-shops of some size.

Persons under 18 years of age and over 65 years of age are excempt from the obligatory fishing license.

The license has as its objective to secure future fishing possibilities, as the means derived from the issueing of the license primarily will go to the stocking of fry.

Fishing rights in natural lakes and streams are nearly always private, but are often let to local angling societies which issue day or week cards. In addition to the above-mentioned obligatory fishing license, rates are approx. DKK 40-150 for a day card, and DKK 100-350 for a week card.  At many places, a boat can be rented with fishing rights included.

In many cases, the cards are available from the local tourist office which can also offer help and give detailed advise on freshwater fishing in the area.

The angler is obliged to seek information himself on fishing restrictions and close seasons. Information and addresses of angling societies are obtainable from:

Danmarks Sportsfiskerforbund
Internet: www.sportsfiskeren.dk
E-mail:post@sportsfiskerforbundet.dk