KY Fishing License Types (2025) — 3-Year, Joint/Spouse & Sportsman

All KY license types: $23 Annual, $55 3-Year, $42 Joint Spouse. $95 Sportsman covers hunting and all permits. Valid Mar 1 - Feb 28.

All KY Fishing License Types (2025)

LicenseResidentNon-ResidentDuration
Annual Fishing$23$55Mar 1 - Feb 28
3-Year Fishing$55—3 Years
1-Day$7$151 Day
Joint/Spouse$42—Mar 1 - Feb 28
Combo (Hunt/Fish)$42—Mar 1 - Feb 28
Sportsman$95—Includes Hunt/Fish/Trout + all tags

The Sportsman's License

If you hunt AND fish, the $95 Sportsman's License is a massive steal. It includes your fishing license, hunting license, trout permit, deer permit, spring turkey, fall turkey, and migratory bird permits. Buying these separately would cost almost $170.

KY vs Neighbors

At $23, KY is incredibly cheap. Compare: Tennessee charges $34 for residents. When you factor in the 65+ FREE exemption, KY is unmatched in the region for affordability.

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