The Pennsylvania annual fishing license cost is $27.97 for a standard resident, $14.47 for a qualifying resident senior or $60.97 for a nonresident in 2026. The 2026 annual license expires December 31, 2026. Separate permits may be required.
Pennsylvania Annual Fishing License Cost by Buyer
| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| Resident ages 16 to 64 | $27.97 |
| Senior resident age 65 or older | $14.47 |
| Standard nonresident age 16 or older | $60.97 |
| Qualifying nonresident Pennsylvania student | $27.97 |
See the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission fee list for eligibility and additional fees already included in listed prices.
Check the License Year and Multi-Year Options
Pennsylvania’s 2026 annual license period runs from December 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026. Confirm the year on the product when buying near December. The Pennsylvania fishing summary lists 2026 three-year products through 2028, five-year products through 2030 and ten-year products through 2035.
A standard resident three-year license is $79.97. Three separate $27.97 annual purchases total $83.91 at current rates. Multi-year permit options are also listed.
Check Any Separate Permit
The standard annual license is a base fishing license. Add the Trout Permit, Lake Erie Permit or combination permit if your fishing activity requires it. Use the Pennsylvania permit cost guide.
See the Pennsylvania resident eligibility guide or Pennsylvania visitor rate guide before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Pennsylvania annual fishing license last one year after purchase?
Check the license year on the issued product. The 2026 annual Pennsylvania license expires December 31, 2026.
How much is the standard Pennsylvania three-year resident fishing license?
The PFBC 2026 list shows $79.97 for the standard resident three-year license.
Does a Pennsylvania annual fishing license include Lake Erie?
The standard base license generally requires the separate Lake Erie or combination permit for covered waters. Check your license and the applicable rules.
