TN Fishing License Exemptions (2026) — Under 13 & Landowners

TN fishing license: Kids under 13 are completely FREE! Junior passes are just $10. Landowners fish free on their own land.

TN fishing license exemptions (source: TWRA):

CategoryLicense RequirementCostNotes
Under 13Not required$0Youth under 13 fish FREE
Born before Mar 1, 1926Not required$0Must carry proof of age
Military on LeaveNot required$0Resident military home on furlough
Disabled VeteransDiscounted License$1030%+ VA disability rating required
Private Pay LakesNot required$0If fishing a commercial put-and-take lake
LandownersNot required$0Resident owners fishing their own farmlands

See license types.