You will need this licence to buy, sell, acquire, receive, dispose of, keep, possess, breed and display any wildlife in commercial films, promoting the conservation of or providing education about wildlife.
A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.
To display non-indigenous animals, you must first obtain a separate Pest Animal Permit.
To be eligible for this licence you must:
One year or as specified
30 June
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Wildlife Act 1975 Victoria
Wildlife Regulations 2024 Victoria
All Commercial Wildlife Licences expire on 30 June each year. Renewal of a Commercial Wildlife Licence is conditional upon submission of a 'Return for Wildlife', which must be received by The Wildlife and Game Licence Service by April 14.Licence holders who meet this requirement will receive a renewal notice approximately 4-6 weeks before their licence expires on 30 June.
All Commercial Wildlife Licences expire on 30 June each year. Renewal of a Commercial Wildlife Licence is conditional upon submission of a 'Return for Wildlife', which must be received by The Wildlife and Game Licence Service by April 14.
Licence holders who meet this requirement will receive a renewal notice approximately 4-6 weeks before their licence expires on 30 June.
Please lodge your application form, a copy of your National Police Check, a copy of your Management Plan, and any other associated documents directly with the Agency. Do not attach payment, as you will be invoiced for the fee if your application is approved following the inspection of your premises.
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