AK Fishing License Exemptions (2026) — 60+ FREE, Under 18 FREE, DAV FREE

Alaska fishing license: resident 60+ FREE, under 18 FREE, DAV FREE, low-income $5. Yukon Territory reciprocity.

The Alaska fishing license exemptions (source: ADF&G):

CategoryLicense?King Stamp?CostNotes
Resident Under 18FREEFREE$0No license or stamps needed
NR Under 16FREEFREE$0No license or stamps needed
Resident Senior 60+FREEFREE$0ADF&G Permanent ID Card
Resident Disabled VeteranFREEFREE$0ADF&G Permanent ID Card
Resident BlindFREEFREE$0ADF&G ID Card
Low-Income Resident$5FREE$5Qualifying income level

Harvest Record Card Still Required!

Even exempt anglers (seniors, youth) must carry a free Harvest Record Card when fishing for species with annual limits — including most king salmon and trophy rainbow trout fisheries. Cards are free at ADF&G offices and online.

Yukon Territory Reciprocity

Canadian residents of the Yukon Territory can purchase Alaska licenses at resident rates — $20 annual and $15 King Stamp. A unique cross-border agreement.

See license types or cost details.

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