How much is a fishing license in Minnesota?
Fishing licenses in Minnesota can range from about $5.00 for a Resident Youth fishing license to just under $1,200.00 for a Non Resident Lifetime fishing license. Take a look below for all the resident and non resident fishing licenses and prices.
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 in Minnesota?
Minnesota Resident Annual Fishing License: Code 111
$25.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident 1-Day (24 hours) Fishing License: Code 110
$12.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident 3-Day (72 hours) Fishing License: Code 140
$14.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident 3-Year Fishing License: Code 141
$71.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Married Couple Fishing License: Code 112
$40.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Dark House Rental Fishing License: Code 120
$30.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Dark House Shelter Fishing License: Code 119
$15.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Military Fishing License:
FREE See RULES Here
Minnesota Resident Netting White Tulibee Herring Fishing License: Code 115
$10.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Spearing From Dark House Fishing License: Code 113
$6.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Dark House 3-Year Rental Fishing License: Code 132
$87.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Dark House 3-Year Fishing License: Code 131
$42.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Youth Ages 16 – 17 Fishing License: Code 138
$5.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Conservation Combo Fishing License: Code 106 – This license allows for a combined angling limit that is half of that of the normal Married Couple license (Code 112).
$27.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Conservation Annual Fishing License: Code 105 – This license allows for an angling limit that is half of that of the normal Annual license (Code 111).
$17.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Tournament Fishing License:
VARIES See PRICES Here
Minnesota Resident Lifetime Angling Renewal License: Code 411 – Free Annual Angling Renewal for Lifetime Fishing License holder.
FREE GET NOW
Minnesota Resident Sports Combo License: Code 217 – Valid for a legally married resident couple age 18 and older, provided fishing license for both and small game hunting for primary customer.
$57.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Sports License: Code 216 – Valid for residents age 18 and older for angling and small game hunting.
$41.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Super Sports License: Code 142 – Super sports license includes fishing,small game, state trout, waterfowl and pheasant stamps. Choice of firearm,archery or muzzleloader deer license after August 1.
$100.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Super Sports Combo License: Code 143 – Combination Super Sports License includes married couple fishing only (as recognized by MN state law), small game for primary buyer, 2 state trout stamps, waterfowl and pheasant stamps for primary buyer. Choice of firearm,archery or muzzleloader deer license after August 1.
$126.00 BUY NOW
How much is a fishing stamp or permit in Minnesota?
Minnesota Resident Trout Stamp – Without Pictorial: Code 128
$10.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Trout Stamp – With Pictorial: Code 129
$10.75 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Walleye Stamp – Without Pictorial: Code 134 – Not required to legally catch walleye
$5.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Walleye Stamp – With Pictorial: Code 135 – Not required to legally catch walleye
$5.75 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Sturgeon Tag: Code 130
$5.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Disability – Angling/Spearing Permit:
FREE See RULES Here
Minnesota Resident Disability – Angling/Spearing Special Annual Permit: Code 107
FREE See RULES Here
How much is a lifetime fishing license in Minnesota?
Minnesota Resident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 3 and Under:
$344.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 4 – 15:
$469.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 16 – 50:
$574.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Resident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 51 and Over:
$379.00 BUY NOW
NOTE: See rules for the Resident Lifetime Licenses above.
How much is a non resident fishing license in Minnesota?
Minnesota Non Resident Annual Fishing License: Code 121
$121.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Non Resident 1-Day (24 Hours) Fishing License: Code 139
$14.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Non Resident 3-Day (72 Hours) Fishing License: Code 127
$36.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Non Resident 7-Day Fishing License: Code 126
$43.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Non Resident 14-Day Fishing License: Code 125
$54.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Non Resident Family Fishing License: Code 124
$68.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Non Resident Shelter Fishing License: Code 1116
$37.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Non Resident Shelter 7-Day Fishing License: Code 1117
$21.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Non Resident Spearing From Dark House Fishing License: Code 118
$17.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Non Resident Youth Ages 16 – 17 or Youth Own Fishing License: Code 205
$5.00 BUY NOW
How much is a non resident fishing permit or stamp in Minnesota?
Minnesota Nonresident Trout Stamp – Without Pictorial: Code 128
$10.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Nonresident Trout Stamp – With Pictorial: Code 129
$10.75 BUY NOW
Minnesota Nonresident Walleye Stamp – Without Pictorial: Code 134 – Not required to legally catch walleye
$5.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Nonresident Walleye Stamp – With Pictorial: Code 135 – Not required to legally catch walleye
$5.75 BUY NOW
Minnesota Nonresident Sturgeon Tag: Code 130
$5.00 BUY NOW
How much is a non resident lifetime fishing license in Minnesota?
Minnesota Nonresident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 3 and Under:
$821.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Nonresident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 4 – 15:
$1,046.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Nonresident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 16 – 50:
$1,191.00 BUY NOW
Minnesota Nonresident Lifetime Fishing License – Ages 51 and Over:
$794.00 BUY NOW
NOTE: See rules for the Nonresident Lifetime Licenses above.
Where can I buy a fishing license?
Here are some of the best places to fish in Minnesota.
All information listed above can also be seen on the fishing license page of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: At what age does Minnesota require you to possess a valid fishing license?
Answer: Minnesota requires any angler 16 years of age or older to possess a valid fishing license to fish in the state.
Question: When does an annual fishing license in Minnesota expire?
Answer: The Minnesota annual fishing license expires on the last day in February, regardless of when you purchased. The go on sale March 1st each year. If you purchased on June 1, it will still expire on the last day of february the following year.
Question: Do I need to have a fishing license if I am fishing in a Minnesota state park?
Answer: In most cases, the residents of Minnesota are not required to possess a valid fishing license when fishing in a state run park. Please check with the state park you are visiting to confirm.
Question: I am going to be fishing for salmon in Minnesota. Do I just need a basic fishing license?
Answer: The state of Minnesota does require anglers fishing for trout, salmon and/or sturgeon to possess an additional stamp/tag to fish for trout, salmon and/or sturgeon.
Question: My child is 15 years old and not a resident of Minnesota. Is my child required to have a fishing license to fish in Minnesota?
Answer: Yes. Regardless of age, all nonresident persons must possess a valid Minnesota fishing license to fish in the state.