Fishing rules

Tarna FVOF

Tärna FVOF

Applies to 12 permitsLast updated June 29, 2026

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  • It is the responsibility of every fisherman to inform themselves about the applicable regulations and limits.

  • Fishing permits are personal and may not be transferred.

  • All sport fishing permits are valid for fishing with a hand-held rod, not a pole or otter.

  • Children under 16 years of age fish in the company of the card holder on their fishing permit.

  • Fishing permits must be carried and presented to a fishing inspector upon request.

  • Annual sport fishing permits are valid for the calendar year. Stream fishing is NOT included in the sport fishing permit but requires a separate stream fishing permit.

  • Net fishing is prohibited in Jokksjaurebleriken, Umeälven/Tärnaån and the Umeälven downstream of Portbron to the outlets in Västansjön and Lill-Laisan.

  • Nets and other deployed fishing gear must be clearly marked with the owner's name and telephone number.

  • Nets may not be placed closer than 300 m. from the inlets and outlets of the lakes.

  • Fishing gear that is not marked can be taken and returned to the board.

  • Stream fishing in Tärnaån and Umeälven requires a special stream fishing license:

  • A mesh ban applies here.

  • Window withdrawal applies, fish between 35 cm and 45 cm may be kept, others must be released.

  • Bag limit: 3 fish per person per day.

  • See map and signs in the terrain for stream fishing limits.

  • Fishing ban 15/9-15/10.

  • Net fishing ban all year round.

  • Trolling rules:

  • Max. 2 fish with a minimum size of 40 cm. (trout and char) per fisherman per day may be kept.

  • There is no restriction for Canadian trout.

  • Other: Fishing rights holders with fishing rights certificates, permanent residents with local residence cards and holiday home owners with holiday home cards do not need to purchase a trolling card, it is included in their regular permit.

  • Violation of these regulations may be prosecuted and a control fee of 1000,- will be charged.

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