NE Fishing License Exemptions (2026) — Under 16 FREE, Seniors 65+ $8, Veterans FREE

Fishing license Nebraska age: under 16 free, senior 65+ $8, disabled vets free. Aquatic Habitat Stamp included.

The fishing license Nebraska age exemptions (source: Nebraska Game and Parks):

Nebraska Fishing License — Who Needs One?Under 16FREEAge 16-64$38.00Senior 65+$8.00Disabled VetFREEAquatic Habitat Stamp ($15) included in all standard permitsNot required for: paddlefish, veteran, senior, disabled permits
CategoryLicense Required?CostDocumentation
Under 16 (fishing license Nebraska age exempt)Not required$0None needed
Adult 16-64 (resident)Required$38.00NE ID
Nebraska Senior Fishing License (65+)Required — reduced$8.00NE ID with DOB
Disabled veteran (res)Free license$0VA disability documentation
Active military (NE)Resident pricing$38.00Military ID
Landowner on own propertyRequired$38.00No exemption for landowners

Fishing License Nebraska Age

The fishing license Nebraska age starts at 16. Under 16 = free. At 65+, the Nebraska senior fishing license drops to $8/year — a $30 savings vs regular $38.

Do Senior Citizens Need a Fishing License in Nebraska?

Yes, but the Nebraska fishing license for seniors price is just $8/year for residents 65+. Habitat stamp and veteran permits have separate exemptions.

See license types or cost details for full pricing.

Apply for your Nebraska fishing license →