Filleting permit
Commercial reef line (RQ) and Spanish mackerel (SM) fishers with good quota integrity compliance history may be eligible for a filleting permit. These permits can't be renewed or transferred.
The filleting permit process is currently being reviewed. Permits are available for a maximum of 12 months while the review is underway.
Who is eligible
Primary commercial fishing licence holders:
- with good quota integrity compliance history
- and
- authorised to operate in either the:
- Line fishery (reef)
- or
- East coast Spanish mackerel fishery.
How to apply
If you are eligible:
- complete the permit application
- pay the application fee of $367.66.
Existing fees and charges did not increase on 1 July 2024 in line with the government's indexation policy.
Attach supporting information:
- why you need to fillet your product (e.g. modified business practices, development of new products or markets)
- type, quantity and dimensions of all the equipment to be used.
Submit the completed application by either:
- email: fisherieslicensing@daf.qld.gov.au
- post:
Fisheries Queensland, Department of Primary Industries
GPO Box 2764
BRISBANE QLD 4001
After you apply
Allow 28 days for submissions to be assessed.
If the permit is approved, you must:
- keep a copy available on your vessel at all times
- read and follow the permit conditions carefully.
Breaching permit conditions may result in your permit being cancelled, or impact future permit applications.