FishKillFlea All Alaska Fishing License Types (2025-2026)
| License | Resident | Non-Resident | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Sport Fishing License | $20 | $100 | Calendar year | All fish — fresh & saltwater |
| NR 14-Day | — | $65 | 14 days | 2-week trip |
| NR 7-Day | — | $45 | 7 days | Standard vacation |
| NR 3-Day | — | $30 | 3 days | Weekend trip |
| NR 1-Day | — | $15 | 1 day | Quick outing |
| King Salmon Stamp | +$15 | +$30 | Annual | Required for chinook — the trophy fish |
| Halibut Stamp (2C/3A) | Varies | Varies | Annual | New 2026 — charter usually buys |
| Low-Income License | $5 | — | Annual | No King Stamp needed |
| NR Military | — | Reduced | Annual | Active duty stationed in AK |
5 Salmon Species in Alaska
Alaska is unique — 5 species of Pacific salmon run its rivers: King (chinook), Sockeye (red), Silver (coho), Pink (humpy), and Chum (dog). Only King Salmon requires the extra stamp. This means 4 out of 5 salmon species are covered by the basic license!
AK vs Destination States
Compare: Montana ($31 res — trout focus), Idaho ($35.50 — steelhead), Wyoming ($27 — Yellowstone cutthroat), Oregon ($44 — Columbia steelhead).