You will need this licence if you intend to drill wells (bores) to access groundwater or for any of the following activities:
A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.
Please consult the agency for more information regarding eligibility requirements.
Fees Details for this service in table format.
Fees for 2026-27
Landscape South Australia Act 2019 South Australia (Opens in new window)
Landscape South Australia (General) Regulations 2020 South Australia (Opens in new window)
Landscape South Australia (Water Management) Regulations 2020 South Australia (Opens in new window)
Important Applications must be completed and processed via MyWater. You will need to register with MyWater to access and submit the appropriate online application form.
Applications must be completed and processed via MyWater. You will need to register with MyWater to access and submit the appropriate online application form.
Department for Environment and Water
Contact Email, Phone and Address Details for this service in simple two column table format, header then data.
Well Drilling Permits (Opens in new window)