MD Fishing License Types (2025-2026) — Nontidal $32, Tidal $15 & 365-Day Validity

All MD license types: nontidal $32, tidal $15, trout stamp $20/$30. 365 days from purchase — not calendar!

All MD Fishing License Types (2025-2026)

Nontidal (Freshwater)

LicenseResidentNon-Resident
Annual$32$55
7-Day$16$45
3-Day—$35
Trout Stamp+$20+$30

Tidal (Chesapeake Bay)

LicenseResidentNon-Resident
Annual$15$22.50
7-Day$6—

365-Day Validity

MD licenses are valid for 365 days from purchase — not calendar year! Buy anytime without losing days.

MD vs Neighbors

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