Rhode Island Fishing License Fees
Last verified 2026-10-30 from official agency sources
Resident annual$24
Non-resident annual$41
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) Annual license year runs March 1 to the end of February; RI residents 65 or older get a permanent no-cost license. Source | $24 | $41 | Free |
| Non-Resident Tourist Freshwater Fishing License (3 consecutive days) Valid for three consecutive days. Source | n/a | $20 | n/a |
| Annual Recreational Saltwater Fishing License Yearly license; RI residents over 65 get a free license. Source | $7 | $10 | Free |
| 7-Day Recreational Saltwater Fishing License Temporary seven-day license with the same fee for residents and non-residents. Source | $5 | $5 | n/a |
Good to know
- Who needs a license: No license is required for a landowner and their family members when fishing from property on which they are actually domiciled. Source
- Who needs a license: Blind persons do not need a license to fish. Source
- Seniors: Rhode Island residents over the age of 65 must obtain a free license. Source
- How long it lasts: The license year begins March 1st and ends on the last day of February, annually. Source
- Where to buy: Licenses can be bought online at https://rio.ri.gov/ or at participating City/Town Clerks and authorized licensed vendors. Source
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