FishKillFlea All NJ Freshwater License Types (2025)
| License | Resident | Non-Resident | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $22.50 | $34.00 | Jan 1 – Dec 31 |
| Senior 65-69 | $12.50 | — | Calendar year |
| 2-Day Vacation | — | $9.00 | 2 consecutive days |
| 7-Day Vacation | — | $19.50 | 7 consecutive days |
| Trout Stamp | +$10.50 | +$20.00 | Required for trout/salmon |
| Buddy License | ~$11.25 | ~$17.00 | Bring a new angler! |
Trout Stamp Requirement
A trout stamp ($10.50 res / $20 NR) is required to fish for OR possess trout and salmon. If you're fishing a lake that contains trout but targeting bass, and you accidentally catch a trout, you MUST release it immediately if you don't have the stamp.
NJ vs Neighbors
Compare freshwater: New York ($25), Pennsylvania ($22.97), Delaware ($11). For saltwater, NJ and NY are both completely free (registry only).