Connecticut Fishing License Fees

Last verified 2026-10-29 from official agency sources

Resident annual$28

Non-resident annual$55

Standard annual adult license (Inland Waters Only Fishing). Other licenses are in the table below.

License	Resident	Non-resident	Senior resident
All Waters Fishing (Inland and Marine) Resident fee is for ages 18-64; nonresident fee is for age 16 or older. Source	$32	$63	n/a
Inland Waters Only Fishing Resident fee is for ages 18-64; residents 65 and older get a free license that requires annual renewal. Source	$28	$55	Free
Inland Waters Nonresident 3-Day Fishing Valid for three consecutive days, for nonresidents age 16 or older. Source	n/a	$22	n/a
Marine Waters Fishing Resident fee is for ages 18-64; residents 65 and older get a free license that requires annual renewal. Source	$10	$15	Free
Marine Waters Resident 1-Day Fishing One-day marine license for residents age 18 to 64. Source	$5	n/a	n/a
Marine Waters Nonresident 3-Day Fishing Valid for three consecutive days, for nonresidents age 16 and older. Source	n/a	$8	n/a

Good to know

Who needs a license: An inland fishing license is required for anyone 16 years of age or older fishing in the Inland District. Source
Youth: The Youth Fishing Passport is a free printable certificate available to any person under the age of 16. Source
Seniors: Connecticut residents age 65 and older can get the Inland Waters Only license free, but it requires annual renewal. Source
How long it lasts: Inland fishing licenses are issued on a calendar year basis and expire on December 31st. Source
Where to buy: Recreational fishing licenses may be purchased online, at DEEP Offices, or at a designated vendor. Source

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