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Frequently Asked Questions
Question: At what age does Louisiana require anglers to posses a valid fishing license?
Answer: Louisiana requires any person 18 years of age and older to possess a valid Basic Fishing License to fish in the state.
Question: I saw something about Louisiana not requiring anglers born before 1940 to possess a valid fishing license. Is this true?
Answer: Yes. If you are a Louisiana resident born before June 1, 1940 and have resided in Louisiana for the last 6 months, you are not required to possess a valid fishing license. If yo umeet these requirements, you must still be able to show proof of age while fishing.
Question: Is a separate fishing license required to fish in saltwater?
Answer: Louisiana requires a Saltwater fishing license if you are fishihng south of the saltwater line.
Question: I am a Louisiana resident senior citizen. Do I need a fishing license?
Answer: Yes, but special rates for fishing licenses are available for senior citizens, those enlisted in the US military, current students, and persons with disabilities.
Question: When do Louisiana fishing licenses expire?
Answer: Louisiana annual fishing licenses are valid 365 days from date of purchase. If you purchased your license online, you may select the auto-renew feature at time of purchase so you don’t have to worry about your license expiring without having the new one purchase in advance.
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 Louisiana fishing license cost online?
Fishing licenses in Louisiana can range from under $3.00 for a Resident Annual Cane Pole fishing license to about $3,000.00 for a Nonresident Lifetime Combo license. Take a look below for all the resident and nonresident fishing licenses and prices.
Louisiana Resident Freshwater Fishing License Prices
Louisiana Resident Annual Cane Pole Fishing License: No other license is required.
$2.50 BUY NOW
Louisiana Resident Annual Basic Fishing License: Also required if purchasing a Saltwater Fishing License.
$9.50 BUY NOW
Louisiana Resident Saltwater Fishing License Prices
Louisiana Resident Saltwater Fishing License: The Basic Fishing license is also required to be purchased with this license.
$13.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Resident Saltwater Charter Passenger 3-Day Fishing License: Must be with a licensed guide on board at all times. This license is in place of Basic and Saltwater fishing licenses and is valid for 3 consecutive days. You must provide the charter guide’s license number or mothership license when you purchase a Charter Passenger License.
$10.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Resident Combo, Lifetime, and Senior License Prices
Louisiana Resident Sportsman’s Paradise License: License includes Basic and Saltwater fishing Licenses; Basic, Big Game, Bow, and Primitive Firearms hunting licenses; Louisiana Waterfowl and Turkey stamps, the WMA Hunting Permit; and all recreational gear licenses except for recreational trawls longer than 16 feet.
$100.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Resident Lifetime Fishing License | Ages 5 – 13: For Basic and Saltwater Fishing
$200.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Resident Lifetime Fishing License | Ages 14 and Older: For Basic and Saltwater Fishing
$300.00 BUY NOW
NOTE: The Lifetime (Combo) Fishing/Hunting Licenses cover: Basic and Saltwater Fishing licenses, Basic, Big Game, Bow, and Primitive Firearm hunting licenses; Louisiana Duck and Turkey stamps; and the WMA Hunting Permit. Federal Duck Stamps are not included.
Louisiana Resident Lifetime Combo Fish/Hunt License | Ages 0 – 4:
$200.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Resident Lifetime Combo Fish/Hunt License | Ages 5 – 13:
$300.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Resident Lifetime Combo Fish/Hunt License | Ages 14 – 59:
$500.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Resident Senior Lifetime Combo Fish/Hunt License | Ages 60 and older:
$50.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Resident Senior Fishing and Hunting License | Ages 60 and Older: Any resident who turned 60 years old on or after June 1, 2000. This license take place of the Basic and Saltwater fishing licenses.
$5.00 BUY NOW
NOTE: Please visit the Special Licenses and Permits page of the Louisiana Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries for fees and applications.
How much does a Louisiana nonresident fishing license cost online?
Louisiana Nonresident Freshwater Fishing License Prices
Louisiana Nonresident Annual Basic Fishing License: Also required if purchasing a Saltwater Fishing License.
$60.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Nonresident 1-Day Basic Trip Fishing License:
$5.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Nonresident Student Basic Fishing License:
$9.50 BUY NOW
Louisiana Nonresident Saltwater Fishing License Prices
Louisiana Nonresident Annual Saltwater Fishing License: The Basic Fishing license is also required to be purchased with this license.
$30.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Nonresident 1-Day Saltwater Trip Fishing License:
$17.50 BUY NOW
Louisiana Nonresident Saltwater Fishing License: The Basic Fishing license is also required to be purchased with this license.
$5.50 BUY NOW
Louisiana Nonresident Saltwater Charter Passenger 3-Day Fishing License: Must be with a licensed guide on board at all times. This license is in place of Basic and Saltwater fishing licenses and is valid for 3 consecutive days. You must provide the charter guide’s license number or mothership license when you purchase a Charter Passenger License.
$10.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Nonresident Saltwater Charter Skiff 3-Day Fishing License: Allows nonresidents to fish under the direction of a charter operation in a licensed charter skiff in saltwater areas of the state. This license is in place of Basic and Saltwater fishing licenses and is valid for 3 consecutive days.
$10.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Nonresident Lifetime License Prices
Louisiana Nonresident Lifetime Combo Fish/Hunt License:
$3,000.00 BUY NOW
Louisiana Nonresident Native Disabled VET Lifetime Combo Fish/Hunt License: Copy of driver’s license, notarized copy of birth certificate, and Disabled Veterans Hunting and Fishing License Application must accompany application.
$300.00 BUY NOW
View the Louisiana Saltwater Fishing Regulations.
View the Louisiana Freshwater Fishing Regulations.
Where can I buy a Louisiana fishing license?
Authorized Vendor List
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All information listed above can also be seen on the fishing license page of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries website.