How much is a fishing license in Delaware?

As published by the Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife (dnrec.delaware.gov) and checked Oct 18, 2026: Resident Fishing License (Ages 16 to 64), $8.50; Non-Resident Fishing License (Age 16 and Over), $20. All 3 prices we hold are in the table on this page.

Is there a short-term fishing license in Delaware?

Yes. The Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife lists the 7-Day Non-Resident Fishing License (Age 16 and Over) at $12.50, checked Oct 18, 2026.

What age rules apply to a Delaware fishing license?

The agency's licence page states: Residents 16 to 64 buy this licence; Non-residents 16 and over.

Delaware Fishing License Cost

Prices as published by the Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife on its own pages, checked Oct 18, 2026. Fees, stamps and agent charges can change: confirm with the agency before buying.

$8.50resident annual

$20non-resident annual

$12.507 days non-resident

Delaware License Prices

Product	Residency	Term	Water	Price	Notes and Source
Resident Fishing License (Ages 16 to 64)	Resident	Annual	All waters	$8.50	Agent fee $2.50 on top; the Division's regulations page: 'An annual recreational fishing license covers recreational fishing, crabbing and clamming in all Delaware waters'; trout stamp extra Agency text: “Resident Fishing License (Ages 16 to 64) \| $8.50 \| N/A \| $2.50” dnrec.delaware.gov ↗, checked Oct 18, 2026
Non-Resident Fishing License (Age 16 and Over)	Non-resident	Annual	All waters	$20	Agent fee $2.50 on top; the Division's regulations page: 'An annual recreational fishing license covers recreational fishing, crabbing and clamming in all Delaware waters' Agency text: “Non-Resident Fishing License (Age 16 and Over) \| N/A \| $20.00 \| $2.50” dnrec.delaware.gov ↗, checked Oct 18, 2026
7-Day Non-Resident Fishing License (Age 16 and Over)	Non-resident	7 days	All waters	$12.50	Agent fee $2.50 on top Agency text: “7-Day Non-Resident Fishing License (Age 16 and Over) \| N/A \| $12.50 \| $2.50” dnrec.delaware.gov ↗, checked Oct 18, 2026

Age Rules

Residents 16 to 64 buy this licence
Non-residents 16 and over

Delaware Fishing License Questions

How much is a fishing license in Delaware?: As published by the Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife (dnrec.delaware.gov) and checked Oct 18, 2026: Resident Fishing License (Ages 16 to 64), $8.50; Non-Resident Fishing License (Age 16 and Over), $20. All 3 prices we hold are in the table on this page.
Is there a short-term fishing license in Delaware?: Yes. The Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife lists the 7-Day Non-Resident Fishing License (Age 16 and Over) at $12.50, checked Oct 18, 2026.
What age rules apply to a Delaware fishing license?: The agency's licence page states: Residents 16 to 64 buy this licence; Non-residents 16 and over.

More for Delaware Anglers

Each price is the agency's own figure as published on its page on the checked date, quoted beside it. Only prices we could read on the agency's live page are shown; stamps, permits and agent fees named by the agency may be extra. ReelTourney does not sell licenses — confirm with the agency before buying.