T he fishery fee is a type of tax payable to the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. In Finland, angling and ice fishing are public rights and no permit is required. However, people between the ages of 18 and 64 who fish with lures or fixed nets must pay the fishery fee. In 2000, the fishery fee for the full year is FIM 90 and the fishery fee for a fixed period of 7 days is FIM 25. The receipt for payment of this fee must be carried when fishing and shown on demand to the authorities or other persons responsible for supervising fishing.
T here are two options for obtaining a fishing permit .
A lure permit for a specific province constitutes permission to fish within the area of that province using one rod, reel and lure. In trolling, you are entitled to also use one heavy trolling lure or trolling sinker. This permit can be purchased for several provinces, specifying which ones, and the fishery fee must be paid. Fishing with a lure permit is subject to certain geographical restrictions. Fishing is prohibited within specific protected areas.