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Everything you need to know about getting your Idaho fishing license. Buy online in minutes and start fishing today.
Buy License OnlineChoose the license that fits your needs. Prices shown are for 2025.
For Idaho residents. Valid for one calendar year.
For out-of-state anglers. Valid for one calendar year.
Short-term license for visitors. Valid for 3 consecutive days.
Single day fishing. Valid for one calendar day.
Children under 14 fish free in Idaho.
Get your Idaho fishing license in 5 easy steps.
Visit the Idaho Fish and Game online license portal at idfg.idaho.gov
First-time buyers need to create an account with basic personal information.
Choose your license type based on residency and duration needs.
Add steelhead, salmon, or other permits if needed for your fishing plans.
Pay with credit/debit card. Your license is immediately valid—print or save to phone.
Visit the Idaho Fish and Game website (idfg.idaho.gov), create an account, select your license type, and complete your purchase with a credit or debit card. Your license is valid immediately—you can print it or save it to your phone.
Resident annual licenses cost $30.75. Non-resident annual licenses are $98.25. Shorter-term options are available: 3-day non-resident ($31.75) and 1-day non-resident ($17.75). Children under 14 fish free.
Anyone 14 or older needs a valid Idaho fishing license to fish in Idaho waters. You must carry your license while fishing. For resident rates, you must have lived in Idaho for at least 6 months.
Steelhead and salmon permits are typically included with your fishing license purchase. However, availability of salmon permits varies by year based on fish returns. Check IDFG for current season information.
Children under 14 can fish without a license in Idaho. Additionally, Idaho offers Free Fishing Day once per year (usually in June) when anyone can fish without a license. Otherwise, a valid license is required.
Get your license and explore Idaho's incredible waters.