Estonia · Spearfishing zone
Estonian inland waters and territorial sea (general)
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Estonian inland waters and territorial sea (general).
Underwater fishing with harpoon gun and harpoon is generally permitted in inland water bodies and at sea on the basis of a paid recreational fishing right, outside listed prohibited/seasonal areas.
What applies here
Restrictions
Specific rules and limits that apply within this area.
Recreational fishing right (fee) required; no scuba, no artificial light; harpoon must be fired from a harpoon gun; up to 3 devices; 15 kg/species daily limits.
When it applies
Seasons
Time-of-year periods that affect spearfishing in this zone.
Subject to species closed seasons and area-specific closures.
Source
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Estonia
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Pay via mobile (SMS to 1322), online at pilet.ee, or in person at Omniva service points. Proof of right is shown by an identity document to inspectors. Fishing cards (Kuremaa/Saadjärv) are issued by the Environmental Board via pilet.ee.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · keskkonnaamet.ee