Dingo Licence Application Form and
Guide to Keeping Dingoes for Private Purposes in Victoria
About this application
A Dingo Licence authorises the holder to possess, keep, breed, buy, sell and dispose of pure-bred dingoes for non-commercial
purposes and to possess dingos at other sites for the purpose of exercising or obedience training.
Applications are subject to the successful completion of an on-site inspection of dingo enclosures at the premises specified below. If
your application is successful, you will be invoiced for the licence fee. A Dingo Licence cannot be issued until payment of the correct
fee has been received. This process may take up to 60 days. An incomplete application may delay issue of a licence.
This form is not valid after 30 June 2015.
1. Your personal details
A Dingo Licence will only be issued to a natural person over 18 years of age.
Mr/Mrs/Ms
First name
Date of birth
Sex (M/F)
Other name/s
Surname
2. Your residential address
This Licence does not authorise you to possess dingoes at any place other than as provided for in the Licence conditions.
Property name (Name of house, farm or building if applicable)
Flat/Unit No.
House/Lot No.
Street name
City/Suburb/Town
Postcode
3. Your postal address
If your postal address is the same as the above, write ‘As above’.
Property name (Name of house, farm or building if applicable)
Flat/Unit No.
House/Lot No.
Street name or PO Box
City/Suburb/Town
4. Your contact details
Telephone no.
Postcode
Mobile no.
Email
5. Prior convictions
Have you been convicted of any offence in Victoria under the Wildlife Act 1975 or the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986
during the last 10 years? If ‘yes’, provide details below:
Yes / No
Description of Offence
Year
State
6. Collection, use and disclosure of personal information
Information Privacy Act 2000
The Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) is committed to protecting your personal information according to the
principles set out in the Victorian Information Privacy Act 2000. This Privacy Statement applies to the collection and use of personal
information, voluntarily provided by you, in relation to administration of licences and permits administered under the Wildlife Act 1975.
You may apply for access to your personal information at any time to confirm that it is accurate and up to date, upon payment of a
prescribed fee (if any). Enquiries should be directed to the Privacy Coordinator on (03) 9637 8697.
A licence or permit may not be issued if the information required is not provided.
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7. Declaration by applicant
“I understand that there are heavy penalties for making a false declaration and that any Licence issued as a result of a false
declaration will be cancelled, and may affect my eligibility to keep wildlife in the future.
I hereby declare that construction of my dingo enclosure/s is complete and complies with DEPI’s minimum requirements for
dingo enclosures, and that all details provided by me on this form are true and correct.
I also consent to the collection, use and disclosure of my personal information for the purposes described in Part 7.”
Signature of applicant
Date
8. Declaration by witness
“I hereby declare that all details provided by me on this form are true and correct and that the personal details shown on the
‘Evidence of Identity’ presented to me matches those provided by the applicant.”
Name of witness
Date
Type of witness*
Telephone
Signature of witness
Witness’s stamp (if applicable)
* Only the following people may witness an application:
Dentists; Bail Justices or Sheriffs, Postmaster; Justices of the Peace; Registered Veterinary Practitioners; Barristers or Solicitors; Members of the
Police; Bank Managers; Pharmacists; Chartered Accountants; Clerks of Courts or Petty Sessions; Medical Practitioners; Ministers of Religion authorised
to celebrate marriages; Teachers with over 5 years’ of experience; Public Servants with over 5 years’ of experience; Judges or Stipendiary Magistrates;
Town Clerks or Shire Secretaries; Municipal Councillors.
Completed applications should be sent to:
Wildlife Licensing
Department of Environment and Primary Industries
PO Box 500
EAST MELBOURNE VIC 8002
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Guide to keeping dingoes for private purposes in Victoria
GENERAL INFORMATION
Different laws apply in each Australian State and Territory with respect to wildlife. Consequently, the wildlife laws of other States
and Territories do not necessarily apply in Victoria. If in doubt, call the DEPI Customer Service Centre on 136 186.
The dingo is protected wildlife under the Wildlife Act 1975. It is an offence to own a dingo without a permit. The dingo is also part of the
dog family and dingo-dog hybrids are regulated by the Domestic Animals Act 1994.
Dingo-dog hybrids must be registered with Local Government and you are not required to have a Dingo Licence. Pure dingoes are
exempt from dog registration requirements.
There is no limit to how many dingoes you may keep under a Dingo Licence, however many local governments do have restrictions on
how many dogs a person can own. You will need to check with your local government regarding these restrictions.
DO YOU NEED A LICENCE?
A licence is required to keep a dingo.
A licence is required to possess, keep, breed, buy, sell and disposed of any dingo for non-commercial purposes or to possess a dingo
at other sites for the purposes of exercising, obedience training, education, or display at shows conducted by a canine association.
If you are seeking a dingo licence for commercial purposes, you will need to apply for a commercial wildlife licence.
Applications to hold other wildlife other than dingoes or for commercial purposes can be obtained from www.depi.vic.gov.au or by
calling 136 186.
COMMON EXPIRY DATE
All Dingo Licences have a common expiry date of 30 June 2015 or 30 June 2017 depending on what term of licence you have
requested.
Your first licence will be issued on a monthly pro-rata basis to align with the common expiry date.
YOUR OBLIGATIONS
Record keeping
If your application for a licence is successful, you will receive a Protected Wildlife Record Book. These records help guard against the
illegal exploitation of wildlife.
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Record transactions immediately after they are completed; instructions are included in the Record Book. It is your responsibility to
obtain and record all relevant information from any persons with whom you deal in wildlife with. Ensure that the licence of anyone
you buy or sell wildlife with is valid.
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You must complete and maintain permanent and legible entries of all wildlife transactions in the Record Book.
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Keep your Record Book in a safe place; it is a permanent record of all transactions involving your wildlife.
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Do not remove any pages of your record book.
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An administrative fee may be charged for the replacement of lost or damaged Record Books.
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Failure to keep accurate and up-to-date records is an offence under the Wildlife Act 1975.
You must report the loss, theft or damage to your licence, record book or completed returns within 2 business days of becoming aware
of the theft, loss or damage.
A Notification of Theft, Escape or Damage Form is available for this purpose and can be obtained from www.depi.vic.gov.au or by
calling 136 186.
Return forms
The Wildlife Regulations 2013 require licence holders to submit an annual Return Form. The information contained in these returns
gives a State-wide overview of wildlife possession and trade which is used to help with wildlife management.
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You must submit a completed Return Form by no later than 14 April each year, detailing the wildlife in your possession and
summarising any wildlife transactions conducted during the twelve-month period ending 31 March.
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Even if you do not hold any wildlife, you must submit a Return Form each year for as long as you hold a current wildlife licence.
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Remember to sign and date the form.
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You must keep a legible copy of each Return Form.
Correct details
If any details on a licence are incorrect, or if they change (e.g. you move house), you must notify DEPI using the ‘Licence Amendment
form’ within 10 business days of any change. A new licence will be posted to you.
The Licence Amendment Form is available for this purpose which can be obtained from www.depi.vic.gov.au or by calling 136 186.
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Theft or Escape of Dingoes
Holders of a Wildlife Licence have an obligation to notify DEPI of any theft or escape of wildlife within two business days of becoming
aware of missing wildlife. Licence holders must also:
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Report any theft relation to a wildlife licence to a member of the police force within 2 business days of becoming aware of the
theft;
Retain a copy of the police report; and
Record the theft or escape of wildlife in your Wildlife Record Book.
A Notification of Theft, Escape or Damage Form is available for this purpose and can be obtained from www.depi.vic.gov.au or by
calling 136 186.
You must produce a copy of the police report upon request by an authorised officer.
WITNESSING AN APPLICATION
Only the following people may witness an application:
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Dentists
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Bail Justices or Sheriffs
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Postmasters
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Justices of the Peace
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Bank Managers
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Barristers or Solicitors
Members of the Police
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Registered Veterinary
Practitioners
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Clerks of Courts or Petty
Sessions
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Chartered Accountants
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Pharmacists
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Medical Practitioners
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Town Clerks or Shire Secretaries
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Judges or Magistrates
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Municipal Councillors
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Teachers with over 5 years’ of
experience
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 Ministers of Religion authorised to
celebrate
a Public
Servantmarriages
with over 5 years of experience
Public Servants with over 5 of
years’ experience
WILDLIFE OFFICERS
Protecting our wildlife resources
Wildlife Officers (“Authorised officers”) may inspect wildlife held by any person. They may also inspect wildlife record books and any
other documentation associated with keeping and trading wildlife. Mostly, inspections are conducted by uniformed officers (but not
always) and they will show you official identification. If identification is not offered, you should ask to see it.
If you are requested to participate in an inspection it does not mean that you have done anything wrong. Inspections are often
conducted to monitor general trends in wildlife licence holders. As a wildlife licence holder you have certain rights and obligations.
REQUIREMENTS FOR DINGO ENCLOSURES
Dingo enclosures must be constructed prior to applying for a Dingo Licence and acquiring any dingoes or prior to the licence holder
changing address.
Your premises may be inspected prior to receiving a licence.
LICENCE CONDITIONS
A licence authorises the holder to possess, keep, breed, buy, sell or dispose of any dingo for non-commercial purposes and to possess
any dingo at other sites for the non-commercial purposes of exercising, obedience training, education, or display at shows conducted
by a canine association.
Under Regulation 57 of the Wildlife Regulations 2013:
1.
It is a condition of any Dingo Licence that the licence holder must not—
a)
sell or dispose of any dingo from a shop or business premises; or
b)
sell or dispose of any dingo for commercial purposes from the premises specified on the licence; or
c)
buy, acquire, sell or dispose of any dingo from a person unless that person—
i. is the holder of a Dingo Licence that authorises that person to buy, acquire, sell or dispose of that dingo; or
ii. is the holder of a Wildlife Displayer Licence; or
iii. has obtained the prior written approval of the Secretary; or
d)
2.
sell, lend, trade, consign or dispose of any dingo pups less than seven weeks of age.
It is a condition of any Dingo Licence that the licence holder must—
a)
not keep dingoes at an address not specified in the licence, other than—
i. for the purposes of exercising or obedience training; or
ii. for educational purposes; or
iii. for the purposes of displaying dingoes at a show conducted by a canine association; or
iv.
b)
for any other purpose as approved by the Secretary in writing;
only keep dingoes in permanent and fixed enclosures that are—
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i. child-proof; and
ii. of sufficiently secure design and construction to prevent escape of dingoes and prevent unauthorised
access to dingoes;
3.
c)
ensure the dingo enclosures are constructed prior to application for the Dingo Licence and the acquiring of dingoes
under the licence;
d)
if a person other than the licence holder interacts with a dingo, ensure the interaction is done in a manner which
minimises the risk of injury to any person or the dingo;
e)
ensure that all dingoes 7 weeks of age or older are durably marked for identification purposes with a microchip or any
other permanent identification device by an authorised implanter in accordance with the Domestic Animals Act 1994;
f)
ensure that, when outside the premises specified in the licence, any dingo must wear a collar around its neck with an
identification disc attached to the collar which clearly states the name and phone number of the licence holder and
the licence number;
g)
ensure that dingoes are effectively confined to an enclosure, or when outside an enclosure, are effectively controlled
at all times by a physical means of restraint including through use of a chain, cord, leash or harness, even within a
designated "off-lead" area;
h)
ensure that persons under 16 years of age are not allowed unsupervised access to dingoes at any time;
i)
in the event of the escape of any dingoes, make all reasonable efforts to recapture, humanely destroy or otherwise
determine the fate of the escaped dingo.
If a dingo is being displayed for educational purposes or at a show conducted by a canine organisation, it is a condition of any
Dingo Licence that the licence holder must—
a)
ensure that the licence holder, or a person permitted by the licence holder, is always in attendance to protect the
dingo from abuse or harassment by any person;
b)
ensure that the licence holder, or a person permitted by the licence holder, has direct control of the dingo at all times;
c)
ensure that every precaution is taken to prevent the risk of injury to any person and to ensure the health and wellbeing of the dingo;
d)
ensure that only dingoes that are fully conditioned to handling are used for these purposes.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please read carefully before completing the application form.
Choosing the Right Licence
Please ensure that you have the right licence for the wildlife you wish to keep. Dead specimens of wildlife may be held under a Wildlife
Specimen Licence.
A Valid Licence
Wildlife must not be acquired until the appropriate licence has been obtained. Even if your cheque or money order has been banked,
you are not authorised to hold wildlife until you have received and signed your licence.
One Licence per Premise
Only one private wildlife licence may operate at a given location (the premises specified in the licence) at any given time.
Specified Premises
Any wildlife being held under a wildlife licence must remain at the premises specified in the licence, unless going to or returning from a
veterinarian, or subject to a legal trade (unless specifically allowed by the Wildlife Regulations 2013).
Licence Cannot be Transferred
A wildlife licence held by a natural person cannot be transferred to another person.
Licences are Renewable
Licences are renewable on either an annual or 3-yearly basis upon payment of the prescribed licence fee, but it is the responsibility of
the licence holder to ensure that the licence remains current. A renewal notice will be sent to you approximately six weeks prior to the
expiry date of the licence.
If you do not comply with all of the conditions of your licence, you may be prosecuted and renewal of your licence may be refused.
Going Away?
If you are going away and want to transfer your wildlife to another appropriately licensed person to look after, this must be recorded as
a transaction in your respective Protected Wildlife Record Books.
If a person is looking after the wildlife at the premises noted on your licence, no action is required.
Persons Under 18 Years of Age
Dingo Licences will not be issued to persons under 18 years of age.
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Taking Wildlife from the Wild
Wildlife must not be taken from the wild or released to the wild without the prior written approval of the Secretary. This includes
removing dead wildlife from the wild.
Trading
When trading wildlife both parties must have a valid licence and both must ensure that all requirements of the Wildlife Act 1975 and the
Wildlife Regulations 2013 are met.
If you advertise wildlife for sale you must include your wildlife licence number.
An Import-Export Permit must be obtained before moving dingoes into or out of Victoria.
Sick, Injured or Abandoned Native Animals
Wildlife found sick, injured or abandoned wildlife must be handed to an authorised Wildlife Shelter for care and rehabilitation for release
back to the wild. Information on the closest Wildlife Shelter is available by calling 136 186.
Other Legal Obligations
Licence holders must comply with all requirements of the Wildlife Act 1975, the Wildlife Regulations 2013, wildlife licence conditions
and all relevant Commonwealth, State or Local Government laws.
Privacy and Personal Information
The Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) is committed to protecting your personal information according to the
principles set out in the Victorian Information Privacy Act 2000.
This Privacy Statement applies to the collection and use of personal information, voluntarily provided by you, in relation to
administration of licences and permits administered under the Wildlife Act 1975. A licence or permit may not be issued if the
information required on this application form is not provided. You may also apply for access to your personal information at any time to
confirm it is accurate and up to date, upon payment of a prescribed fee (if any).
DEPI will not discuss your licence or disclose your Personal information to any other person, except by prior arrangement.
In certain circumstances, you may require a third-party to make licence enquiries or deal with DEPI on your behalf.
A Proxy Nomination Form is available for this purpose which can be obtained from www.depi.vic.gov.au or by calling 136 186.
CONCESSIONS
Anyone holding a current Commonwealth Health Card is eligible for a concession on the cost of a Dingo Licence. Further information
on concessions is available from www.dhs.vic.gov.au/concessions.
You must pay the Concession fee and provide a photocopy of your current card when you first apply for a licence and any subsequent
licence renewals.
You must prove your eligibility each and every time you wish to claim a concession, regardless of your previous eligibility. If you don’t
provide a photocopy of your current Concession Card, your application will not be processed.
Student concession cards do not meet eligibility requirements for a concession licence.
LICENCE FEES
Fees in the table below are indicative only as they will be calculated on a pro-rata basis from the date which an application is approved.
Do not send payment with your application; if successful, you will be invoiced for the licence fee.
Please indicate your preferred Licence Term by circling the corresponding fee in the table below:
Fees & Terms
Dingo Licence
1 YEAR
3 YEARS
Full Fee
Concession
Full Fee
Concession
$127.10
$63.50
$305.00
$152.50
Where appropriate, figures are rounded-down to the nearest 10 cents.
Wildlife Licence fees are exempt from the Goods & Services Tax (GST).
LICENCE ISSUE
When can I expect to receive my licence?
The application process can be expected to take around 6 to 8 weeks. You cannot acquire any dingoes until you receive your Wildlife
Licence and Protected Wildlife Record Book.
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‘Guide to keeping dingos for private purposes in Victoria (Version 14.1)’
First Printed July 2014
Authorised and published by the Victorian Government, Department of Environment and Primary Industries, 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne,
July 2014
© The State of Victoria Department of Environment and Primary Industries 2014
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Accessibility
If you would like to receive this publication in an alternative format, please contact DEPI on 136 186 or email customer.service@depi.vic.gov.au. You
can also contact DEPI via the National Relay Service on 133 677 or www.relayservice.com.au
This publication may be of assistance to you but the State of Victoria and its employees do not guarantee that the publication is without flaw of any
kind or is wholly appropriate for your particular purposes and therefore disclaims all liability for any error, loss or other consequence which may
arise from you relying on any information in this publication.
INFORMATION PRIVACY
Information Privacy Act 2000
DEPI is committed to protecting your personal information according to the principles set out in the Victorian Information Privacy Act 2000. This
Privacy Statement applies to the collection and use of personal information, voluntarily provided by you, in relation to administration of licenses and
permits administered under the Wildlife Act 1975. A licence or permit may not be issued if the information required is not provided. You may also
apply for access to personal information at any time to confirm that it is accurate and up to date. Enquiries should be directed to the Privacy
Coordinator on (03) 9637 8697.
In certain circumstances, you may require a third-party to make licence enquiries or deal with DEPI on your behalf. A Proxy Nomination Form is
available from DEPI for this purpose.
Any enquiries regarding the interstate shipment of wildlife should be directed to the Customer Service Centre on 136 186.
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