Fishing Guides

How to get a commercial fishing license in the US. State requirements, costs, vessel permits, and the difference between recreational and commercial licensing.

Find out when you need a fishing license and when you don't. Catch and release, private property, state parks, ocean fishing, and all exemptions explained.

At what age do you need a fishing license? Complete state-by-state guide to youth exemptions, senior discounts, and age cutoffs for 2026.

Complete guide to state fishing license apps, digital licenses, and online portals. Buy, store, and display your fishing license on your phone.

Find out when your fishing license expires. Calendar year vs 365-day vs fiscal year systems explained for all 50 states, plus renewal timing tips.

Lost your fishing license? Learn how to look up, verify, and reprint your fishing license online in every US state. Check your license status instantly.

Do you need a fishing license to fish on private property? State-by-state rules for private ponds, lakes, and stocked fishing preserves.

How to renew your fishing license in any US state. Expiration dates, online renewal, auto-renewal options, and what happens if your license lapses.

Can you get a fishing license without an ID? What documents work? Guide to ID requirements, alternatives, and how to buy when you've lost your identification.

Save money with a hunting and fishing combination license. Compare combo pricing across all 50 states, see how much you save, and find lifetime combo options.

Do you need a license for ice fishing? Complete guide to ice fishing license requirements, shelter permits, and regulations across all ice fishing states.

Planning to fish abroad? Complete guide to fishing license requirements in Mexico, Canada, the Caribbean, and popular international destinations.