All people aged 16 years and over, must purchase a state fishing licence to be able to fish in freshwater (the licence fee can be paid at post offices). The licence period is from 1. April to 31. March in the following year. A seven days licence is valid for seven days from the date of issue. In 1997, the licence fee is NOK 90 for fishing for inland fish in rivers and lakes where there are no anadromous salmonoids. A family fishing licence can be purchased (couples and their children aged 16-20) for NOK 160. A weekly licence can also be purchased, costing NOK 45 for one person and costing NOK 60 for a family week licence.

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