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
On non-protected areas, such as public purposes reserves and private land, you will need a permit to take, use, keep or interfere with protected species for either scientific or educational purposes.
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).
Research field work notification form
This form should be used to notify Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) of planned visits and activities by holders of Research Authorities/Scientific Purpose Permits/Education Purpose Permits issued by the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI) and/or QPWS which allow activities to be undertaken in the Queensland protected estate.