Mongolia · Spearfishing zone
Onon and Balj rivers (Khentii aimag)
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Onon and Balj rivers (Khentii aimag).
Freshwater rod-and-line / fly fishing permitted under permit obtained via the official portal ezagas.mn. Spearfishing is not a permitted method anywhere; these are rod-and-line angling waters only. Taimen sanctuary rules apply (single barbless hooks, catch-and-release).
What applies here
Restrictions
Specific rules and limits that apply within this area.
Permit required; taimen catch-and-release for foreigners; fly fishing / rod-and-line only; no spearfishing or netting.
When it applies
Seasons
Time-of-year periods that affect spearfishing in this zone.
Approx. 16 June - 1 November
Source
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Mongolia
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
From the Soum Governor / Ministry of Environment and Tourism; online via the official permit portal ezagas.mn for the Onon and Balj rivers; for other basins through licensed outfitter companies working with the Ministry.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · ezagas.mn