How to Get a Washington Fishing License (2026) — WDFW Step-by-Step

Get your WA fishing license online at WDFW. Endorsements, Catch Record Card, requirements.

Getting your Washington fishing license is quick through the WDFW WILD system.

How to Get Your WA Fishing License — 5 Steps 1 VisitWDFW.wa.gov 2 Fresh/Saltor Combo 3 AddEndorsements 4 Get CatchRecord Card 5 Fish WA! ✓

Online

  1. Visit fishhunt.dfw.wa.gov
  2. Select freshwater ($30), saltwater ($30), or combo ($55)
  3. Add endorsements (two-pole, crab, Columbia River)
  4. Get your FREE Catch Record Card for salmon/steelhead
  5. Print and fish — valid immediately

Apply for your WA fishing license now →