Washington Fishing License Fees
Last verified 2026-10-29 from official agency sources
Resident annual$39.95
Non-resident annual$115.85
Standard annual adult license (Annual Freshwater). Other licenses are in the table below.
| License | Resident | Non-resident | Senior resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Washington (annual) Annual combination license package with Puget Sound crab, two-pole and Columbia River salmon/steelhead endorsements; includes a Vehicle Access Pass. Source | $101.88 | n/a | $49.85 |
| Annual Combination Freshwater and saltwater fishing, shellfish and seaweed; includes a Vehicle Access Pass. Source | $74.37 | $170 | $28.83 |
| Annual Freshwater Freshwater fishing only; includes a Vehicle Access Pass. Source | $39.95 | $115.85 | $9.59 |
| Annual Saltwater Saltwater fishing only; includes a Vehicle Access Pass. Source | $40.71 | $81.70 | $10.35 |
| 1 Day Combination Short-term combination license. Source | $14.90 | $27.05 | $14.90 |
| 2 Day Combination Short-term combination license used on consecutive days. Source | $20.98 | $39.19 | $20.98 |
| 3 Day Combination Short-term combination license used on consecutive days. Source | $25.53 | $48.30 | $25.53 |
Good to know
- Who needs a license: Anglers 15 years and younger do not need a fishing license, though catch record cards are still required for certain species. Source
- Where to buy: You can buy a license through the online licensing system, by phone, or at one of the hundreds of license dealers around the state. Source
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