Arizona Fishing License

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: At what age do I need a license to fish in Arizona. 

Answer: An Arizona fishing license is required for residents and nonresidents ages 10 or older fishing any publicly accessible water in Arizona.

Question: Are there any exemptions for needing a fishing license in Arizona?

Answer: Yes. Youth anglers under the age of 10 and blind residents do not need to purchase a state fishing license to fish in Arizona. 

Question: When does a fishing license expire in Arizona?

Answer: Arizona Annual fishing licenses are valid for 1 year (365 days) from date of purchase. 

PRICES DISCLOSURE: We do our best to stay current, but prices can change without notice to us. The prices below may or may not be the exact current prices for the license(s) listed.

How much does a fishing license cost?

Fishing licenses in Arizona can range from about $5.00 for a youth license to just over $1,000.00 for a lifetime nonresident combo fish/hunt license. Take a look below for all the resident and nonresident fishing licenses and prices.

Arizona Resident Fishing License Prices

Arizona Resident Fishing License:

$37.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Fishing & Hunting License:

$57.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Youth Fish and Hunt License:

$5.00  BUY NOW

Arizona 1-Day Resident Fishing License: 

$15.00/day  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Community Fishing License: 

$24.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Duplicate (replacement) Fishing License: Online

No Fee  GET NOW

Arizona Resident Duplicate (replacement) Fishing License: At any Arizona Game and Fish Department licensed dealer

Fees Vary  BUY NOW

How much does a lifetime fishing license cost?

Arizona Resident Lifetime Fishing License Prices

Arizona Resident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 0 – 13: 

$629.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 14 – 29: 

$666.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 30 – 44: 

$592.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 45 – 61: 

$555.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 62+: 

$296.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Lifetime Combo Fish/Hunt/Trout License Prices

Arizona Resident Lifetime Combo Fishing/Hunt/Trout License – Ages 0 – 13: 

$969.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Lifetime Combo Fishing/Hunt/Trout License – Ages 14 – 29: 

$1,029.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Lifetime Combo Fishing/Hunt/Trout License – Ages 30 – 44: 

$912.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Lifetime Combo Fishing/Hunt/Trout License – Ages 45 – 61: 

$855.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Resident Lifetime Combo Fishing/Hunt/Trout License – Ages 62+: 

$456.00  BUY NOW

Go to Arizona Resident Lifetime Fishing Licenses to view more details for the licenses above.

How much does a nonresident fishing license cost?

Arizona Nonresident Fishing License Prices

Arizona Nonresident Fishing License:

$55.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Nonresident Fishing & Hunting License:

$160.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Nonresident Youth Fish and Hunt License:

$5.00  BUY NOW

Arizona 1-Day Nonresident Fishing License: 

$20.00/day  BUY NOW

Arizona Nonresident Community Fishing License

$24.00  BUY NOW

Arizona Nonresident Duplicate (replacement) Fishing License: Online

No Fee  GET NOW

Arizona Complimentary Fishing Licenses

Complimentary or “free” fishing licenses are available for persons meeting specific criteria. These licenses are only available at the physical offices of the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

Arizona Resident Pioneer License: Resident must be 70 years of age or older and be a bona fide Arizona resident for the last 25 consecutive years leading up to the time of the application. Click on Pioneer License Application link to view on the AZGFD website.

Arizona Resident Disabled VET License: A resident must show certification from the Veteran’s Administration confirming permanent service connected disabilities rated as 100% disabling, and be a bona fide Arizona resident for the last 1 year leading up to the time of the application. Click on Disabled VET Application link to view on the AZGFD website.

Boy Scout and Girl Scout High Achievement License

Boy Scouts and Girls Scouts who have reached the highest level in their organization, and up to and through the calendar year of their 20th birthday, can now get a reduced fee Honorary Scout combination hunting and fishing license (Class F) . Recipients of the Eagle Scout from the Boy Scouts of Scouts of America and Girl Scouts who have achieved the Gold Award are eligible for this reduced fee license.

Those wishing to obtain this license will need to complete the Honorary Scout License application (see below), and present the required documentation at any Department office will qualify for the reduced fee. 

Arizona Resident Boy Scout/Girl Scout High Achievement Fishing License: See link for Application on the Arizona Game and Fish Department website.

$5.00

Where can I buy a fishing license?

Download Agent List on AGF Website

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All information listed above can also be seen directly on the Arizona Game and Fish Department Licenses website.