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Purchase or Renew a Fishing License

Where can I purchase or renew a fishing license?

  1. Online – Visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) website.
    • Questions about your online transaction? You need to contact FWC directly.
    • Online orders include a handling fee of $2.25 or $1.75 + 2.5% of total sale. All sales are final and nonrefundable.
  2. Tax Collector’s Office – The following licenses can only be purchased at Tax Collector offices: Lifetime licenses for minors (ages 0-18), all 5-year licenses, saltwater vessel fishing licenses, saltwater pier licenses and tarpon tags. Visit one of our offices.
  3. Authorized Retailers – Visit your local Walmart, sporting goods stores and bait and tackle shops.

Fees: View fishing license fees.

Exceptions: View who is exempt from needed a fishing license.

What type of fishing license can I get?

The state of Florida offers a wide variety of fishing licenses.

Are you an active duty or retired military member?

Active duty and retired members of the United States Armed Forces that are stationed in Florida or claim Florida as their primary residence are eligible to obtain the Military Gold Sportsman’s License.

Learn how to obtain a Military Gold Sportsman’s License.

Fishing License Requirements

What do I need to purchase a fishing license?

You need to show proof of residency. Valid proof of residency are:

  • Florida driver license or ID card
  • Military orders showing you are stationed in Florida

What if you don’t have a Florida driver license or ID card?

Alternate proof of residency are as follows:

  • Florida Voter Registration Card
  • Florida Homestead Exemption
  • Student ID card from a Florida school (if under 18 years of age)
  • Declaration of Domicile (obtained from Clerk of Circuit Court)

Important:

  • Non-U.S. citizens are considered non-residents for licensing purposes, even if they have filed a Declaration of Domicile.
  • Law enforcement officers may request residency credentials even after the Oath of Residency is signed. Failure to provide proof may result in criminal prosecution.

Fishing License Regulations and Categories

What are the Florida fishing regulations?

Florida has specific fishing rules that vary by species, location, and whether you’re fishing in freshwater or saltwater.