Frequently Asked Questions
Quesiton: At what age does Montana require anglers to possess a valid fishing license?
Answer: Montana requires any persons 16 years of age and older to possess a valid fishing license to fish in the state.
Quesiton: Are any additional permits or stamps required for me to fish in Montana?
Answer: To legally fish in Montana, most anglers are required to possess a valid fishing license and a Conservation license. The $4 Conservation license is included in the fees shown below.
Quesiton: Are any additional permits or stamps required for me to fish in Montana?
Answer: To legally fish in Montana, most anglers are required to possess a valid fishing license and a Conservation license. The $4 Conservation license is included in the fees shown below. Also, the Angler AIS Prevention Pass (AISPP) is required for all individuals who fish in Montana. It is $2 for residents and $7.50 for nonresident and is also included in the fees below.
Quesiton: What is the Conservation License in Montana for.
Answer: This program was initiated by the 2017 Montana Legislature to help fund the fight against aquatic invasive species in Montana. It is currently $4 and required in addition to a basic fishing license in Montana.
Quesiton: Are there any free fishing days in Montana when fishing licenses are not required to fish?
Answer: Yes. The free fishing days in Montana fall on Father’s Day weekend every year.
Quesiton: When do Montana’s annual fishing licenses expire?
Answer: The Montana annual fishing license and Conservation License are valid from March 1 through the last day in February the next year for a maximum duration of 12 months.
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 Montana can range from about $7.00 for a Resident Paddlefish license to just over $100.00 for a Nonresident Annual fishing license. Take a look below for all the resident and nonresident fishing licenses and prices.
Montana Resident Fishing License Prices
Montana Resident 2-Day Fishing License | Ages 12 – 17: The $4.00 Conservation License, $2.00 AIS Prevention Pass and $5.00 (2-Day) Fishing License ALL Required (Included in price shown)
$11.00 BUY NOW
Montana Resident Annual Fishing License | Ages 12 – 17: The $4.00 Conservation License, $2.00 AIS Prevention Pass and $10.50 (Annual) Fishing License ALL Required (Included in price shown)
$16.50 BUY NOW
Montana Resident 2-Day Fishing License | Ages 18 – 61: The $8.00 Conservation License, $2.00 AIS Prevention Pass and $5.00 (2-Day) Fishing License ALL Required (Included in price shown)
$15.00 BUY NOW
Montana Resident Annual Fishing License | Ages 18 – 61: The $8.00 Conservation License, $2.00 AIS Prevention Pass and $21.00 (Annual) Fishing License ALL Required (Included in price shown)
$31.00 BUY NOW
Montana Resident 2-Day Fishing License | Ages 62 – and Older: The $4.00 Conservation License, $2.00 AIS Prevention Pass and $5.00 (2-Day) Fishing License ALL Required (Included in price shown)
$11.00 BUY NOW
Montana Resident Annual Fishing License | Ages 62 – and Older: The $4.00 Conservation License, $2.00 AIS Prevention Pass and $10.50 (Annual) Fishing License ALL Required (Included in price shown)
$16.50 BUY NOW
Montana Resident 2-Day Fishing License | Disabled: The $4.00 Conservation License , $2.00 AIS Prevention Pass and $5.00 (2-Day) Fishing License ALL Required (Included in price shown)
$11.00 BUY NOW
Montana Resident Annual Fishing License | Disabled: The $4.00 Conservation License, $2.00 AIS Prevention Pass and $10.50 (Annual) Fishing License ALL Required (Included in price shown)
$16.50 BUY NOW
Montana Resident Paddlefish Fishing License:
$6.50 BUY NOW
Montana Resident Bull Trout Catch Card: Residents MUST possess if catching Bull Trout. The are free of charge and are available at the FWP Region One office in
Kalispell and at the US Forest Service Spotted Bear Ranger Station.
FREE GET NOW
How much does a nonresident fishing license cost?
Montana Nonresident Fishing License Prices
Montana Nonresident 2-Day Fishing License | Ages 12 and Older: The $10.00 Conservation License, $7.50 AIS Prevention Pass and $25.00 (2-Day) Fishing License ALL Required (Included in price shown)
$42.50 BUY NOW
Montana Nonresident 10-Day Fishing License | Ages 12 and Older: The $10.00 Conservation License, $7.50 AIS Prevention Pass and $56.00 (10-Day) Fishing License ALL Required (Included in price shown)
$73.50 BUY NOW
Montana Nonresident Annual Fishing License | Ages 12 and Older: The $10.00 Conservation License, $7.50 AIS Prevention Pass and $86.00 (Annual) Fishing License ALL Required (Included in price shown)
$103.50 BUY NOW
Montana Nonresident Paddlefish Fishing License:
$15.00 BUY NOW
Montana Nonresident Bull Trout Catch Card: Residents MUST possess if catching Bull Trout. The are free of charge and are available at the FWP Region One office in
Kalispell and at the US Forest Service Spotted Bear Ranger Station.
FREE GET NOW
View the Montana Fishing Regulations.
Where can I buy a fishing license?
Here are some of the best places to fish in Montana.
According to Montana regulations, possession of your license on you smartphone is acceptable while partaking in the activity of fishing in Montana.
All information listed above can also be seen on the fishing license page of the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks website.