How to Get a Vermont Fishing License (2026) — Online & Town Clerk Step-by-Step

VT fishing license online. $28 res, $54 NR. Town clerk agent system — uniquely Vermont!

Here's how to get your VT fishing license online.

  1. Visit VT Fish & Wildlife online licensing
  2. Create account or log in
  3. Select: $28 annual, $134 5-year, or NR option
  4. Youth 15-17: $8/$15. Under 15: no license needed
  5. Senior 66+: get $60 permanent license — best value!
  6. Pay and print — digital license accepted

Town Clerks

Vermont has a traditional town clerk agent system — about 250 towns sell licenses. This is a uniquely Vermont experience!

See exemptions. Lake Champlain trips: best spots.

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