Scientific, educational, conservation and research permits
Activities requiring a permit
Find out about what activities in which locations require a permit to conduct scientific research and educational activities.
Scientific research or educational purposes permits – conducted outside QPWS areas
Find out about protected animal scientific and educational purposes permits on non-protected areas, such as public purposes reserves and private land.
Scientific research, educational or conservation purposes permits – conducted within QPWS areas
A permit may be required to conduct activities for scientific research, educational or conservation purposes within a protected area.
Activities in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area
Learn about the requirements for applying for a Scientific and Educational Research permit within the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.
Entering a national park (scientific)
How to apply for a permit to enter a protected national park (scientific).