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Frequently Asked Questions
Question: At what age does New York require a valid fishing license?
Answer: New York requires all anglers 16 years of age and older to possesss a valid fishing license to fish in New York
Question: I am going to go spearfishing in New York. Do I need any other license besides a standard fishing license?
Answer: A valid New York fishing license is required when fishing in freshwater when using rod/reel and line, spearing, hooking, longbow and/or tip-ups.
Question: I am going to be fishing on a fishing preserve. Do I need a fishign license?
Answer: You are exempt from needing a valid fishing license if you are under 16 years if age, fishing on a licensed fishing preserve, or fishing on a free fishing day
Question: Are there any FREE Fishing Days in New York when a fishing license is not required?
Answer: Yes. These days do change each year. These days can be found here on the New York Department of Environmental Conservation website.
Question: Is the New York annual fishing license good for 365 days from purchase or calendar year and expire on December 31?
Answer: New York annual fishing licenses are valid for a full year (365 days or 366 days on a leap year) 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 New York fishing license cost online?
Fishing licenses in New York can range from FREE for a Resident Disabled fishing license to just about $50.00 for a Nonresident Annual Freshwater fishing license. Take a look below for all the resident and nonresident fishing licenses and prices.
New York Resident Freshwater Fishing License Prices
New York Resident Annual Freshwater Fishing License | Ages 16 – 69:
$25.00 BUY NOW
New York Resident Annual Freshwater Fishing License | Ages 70 and Older:
$5.00 BUY NOW
New York Resident 7-Day Freshwater Fishing License:
$12.00 BUY NOW
New York Resident 1-Day Freshwater Fishing License:
$5.00 BUY NOW
New York Resident Disabled Freshwater Fishing License:
FREE GET NOW
New York Resident Active US Military Members Freshwater Fishing License:
FREE GET NOW
New York Resident Military Veteran Freshwater Fishing License: Must have 40% or more service-related disability. If you purchase this fishing license, you get a hunting and trapping license for FREE!
$5.00 BUY NOW
New York Resident Saltwater Fishing License and Permit Prices
New York Resident Saltwater Fishing Registry:
FREE GET NOW
New York Resident Saltwater Tuna or Shark Fishing Permit: This requires a National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) highly migratory species federal permit.
New York Resident Saltwater Lobster Permit: For more information, call (631) 444-0430
$10.00 BUY NOW
How much does a New York nonresident fishing license cost online?
New York Nonresident Freshwater Fishing License Prices
New York Nonresident Annual Freshwater Fishing License:
$50.00 BUY NOW
New York Nonresident Active Military Annual Freshwater Fishing License:
$25.00 BUY NOW
New York Nonresident 7-Day Freshwater Fishing License:
$28.00 BUY NOW
New York Nonresident Active Military 7-Day Freshwater Fishing License:
$12.00 BUY NOW
New York Nonresident 1-Day Freshwater Fishing License:
$10.00 BUY NOW
New York Nonresident Active Military 1-Day Freshwater Fishing License: Currently stationed in New York more than 30 day.
$5.00 BUY NOW
View the New York Freshwater Fishing Regulations.
View the New York Saltwater Fishing Regulations.
Where can I buy a New York fishing license?
Here are some of the best places to fish in New York.
All information listed above can also be seen on the fishing license page of the New York Department of Environmental Conservation website.