How much is a fishing license in Maryland?

As published by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (dnr.maryland.gov) and checked Oct 18, 2026: Non-Tidal/Freshwater License (resident, 365 days), $32; Nonresident Non-Tidal License (minimum fee; reciprocal fee if greater), $55. All 6 prices we hold are in the table on this page.

Is there a short-term fishing license in Maryland?

Yes. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources lists the Chesapeake Bay & Coastal Sport Fish License (resident 7-day) at $6 and the Chesapeake Bay & Coastal Sport Fish License (non-resident 7-day) at $12, checked Oct 18, 2026.

What age rules apply to a Maryland fishing license?

The agency's licence page states: Under 16 no licence needed.

Maryland Fishing License Cost

Prices as published by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources on its own pages, checked Oct 18, 2026. Fees, stamps and agent charges can change: confirm with the agency before buying.

$32resident annual

$55non-resident annual

$67 days resident

Maryland License Prices

Product	Residency	Term	Water	Price	Notes and Source
Non-Tidal/Freshwater License (resident, 365 days)	Resident	Annual	Freshwater	$32	'The annual non-tidal license allows licensee to fish in the fresh waters of Maryland 365 days from the date of purchase' Agency text: “Non-Tidal/Freshwater Licenses \| Resident: $32.00” dnr.maryland.gov ↗, checked Oct 18, 2026
Chesapeake Bay & Coastal Sport Fish License (resident annual)	Resident	Annual	Saltwater	$15	Agency text: “$15 – Resident Annual” dnr.maryland.gov ↗, checked Oct 18, 2026
Chesapeake Bay & Coastal Sport Fish License (resident 7-day)	Resident	7 days	Saltwater	$6	Agency text: “$6 – Resident 7-Day” dnr.maryland.gov ↗, checked Oct 18, 2026
Nonresident Non-Tidal License (minimum fee; reciprocal fee if greater)	Non-resident	Annual	Freshwater	$55	$55.00 is the minimum; the fee equals the home state's charge to Maryland residents when that is greater Agency text: “Nonresident non-tidal license fees are equal to a $55.00 minimum or reciprocal for state of residence, whichever is greater.” dnr.maryland.gov ↗, checked Oct 18, 2026
Chesapeake Bay & Coastal Sport Fish License (non-resident annual)	Non-resident	Annual	Saltwater	$22.50	Agency text: “$22.50 – Non-resident Annual” dnr.maryland.gov ↗, checked Oct 18, 2026
Chesapeake Bay & Coastal Sport Fish License (non-resident 7-day)	Non-resident	7 days	Saltwater	$12	Agency text: “$12 – Non-resident 7 Day” dnr.maryland.gov ↗, checked Oct 18, 2026

Age Rules

Under 16 no licence needed

Maryland Fishing License Questions

How much is a fishing license in Maryland?: As published by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (dnr.maryland.gov) and checked Oct 18, 2026: Non-Tidal/Freshwater License (resident, 365 days), $32; Nonresident Non-Tidal License (minimum fee; reciprocal fee if greater), $55. All 6 prices we hold are in the table on this page.
Is there a short-term fishing license in Maryland?: Yes. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources lists the Chesapeake Bay & Coastal Sport Fish License (resident 7-day) at $6 and the Chesapeake Bay & Coastal Sport Fish License (non-resident 7-day) at $12, checked Oct 18, 2026.
What age rules apply to a Maryland fishing license?: The agency's licence page states: Under 16 no licence needed.

More for Maryland 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.