New Jersey Fishing License Fees
Last verified 2026-10-31 from official agency sources
Resident annual$22.50
Non-resident annual$34
Standard annual adult license (Freshwater Fishing License (annual)). Other licenses are in the table below.
| License | Resident | Non-resident | Senior resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshwater Fishing License (annual) Valid from purchase to December 31. Resident price is for ages 16-64 and the senior price for ages 65-69. Trout requires a separate trout stamp. Source | $22.50 | $34 | $12.50 |
| 7-Day Vacation License Nonresidents only. Source | n/a | $19.50 | n/a |
| 2-Day License Nonresidents only. Source | n/a | $9 | n/a |
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