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Ohio Fishing license information
Current fishing license information
from the state of Ohio:
Attention License Buyers:
The license(s) that you are required to purchase is determined by age and
residency status. A Resident is defined as someone who has resided in the State
of Ohio for the past 6 consecutive months. All others are considered
non-residents and must purchase non-resident licenses.
Know Your License
Requirements:
See the license categories below to determine which license(s) apply to
you. If you have questions regarding license requirements or fishing laws call 1-800-WILDLIFE (1-800-945-3543).
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LICENSES ARE VALID FROM |
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| Resident Fishing License |
$19.00
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| For persons age 16 through 65 who have resided in Ohio for the past 6 months. |
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| Resident Senior Fishing License |
$10.00
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| For persons age 66 and older born on or after January 1, 1938 who have resided in Ohio for the past 6 months. |
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| One-Day Fishing License |
$11.00
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For residents and nonresidents, one (1) One-Day Fishing License may be exchanged for credit towards the purchase of an annual fishing license (minus writing fee). |
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| Annual Nonresident License |
$40.00
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| 3-Day Nonresident Tourist's License |
$19.00
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| A reissued license may be obtained from any license vendor for a fishing license that has been lost, stolen, or destroyed. |
$3.00
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| All above costs include a $1.00 writing fee. | |
Internet License Sales
Fishing licenses are available for
purchase
over the Internet.
License Requirements
- A fishing license is required to take fish, frogs, or turtles from Ohio waters.
- Persons fishing in privately owned ponds, lakes, or reservoirs to and from which fish do not migrate, are not required to have a license to take fish, but must have one to take frogs or turtles.
- Persons fishing in privately owned ponds, lakes, or reservoirs that are open to public fishing through an agreement or lease with the Division of Wildlife are required to have a fishing license.
- Anglers must have their license in their possession while fishing and must show the license to anyone on request.
- Members of the U.S. Armed Forces on active duty stationed in Ohio, but NOT on leave or furlough are required to purchase a resident license.
Free Licenses
Ohio residents born on or before December 31, 1937 can obtain a free license at any license outlet or online.
The following Ohio residents are also eligible for a free license, available by calling 1-800-WILDLIFE:
- Persons who are mobility imparied and require the assistance of another person to cast and retrieve
- Residents of state and county institutions
- Holders of “Veteran” license plates displaying the international wheelchair symbol
- Certain veterans who are permanently disabled
- Former prisoners of war