The Tennessee annual fishing license cost is $33 for the standard resident Combination Hunt/Fish license. Nonresidents pay $49 without trout or $98 with trout. TWRA says most annual licenses last 365 days from purchase and processing fees apply.
Tennessee Annual Fishing License Cost by Coverage
| Buyer or option | License | Base price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard resident | Combination Hunt/Fish Annual | $33 |
| Standard resident who fishes for trout | Annual combination plus annual trout supplement | $54 |
| Eligible resident age 65 or older | Annual Senior Citizen Hunt/Fish/Trap | $4 |
| Nonresident, no trout | Annual Fishing – No Trout | $49 |
| Nonresident, with trout | Annual Fishing – All Species | $98 |
The TWRA license table lists the $21 annual resident trout supplement. The prices above exclude processing fees. Some waters require their own permits.
When the Annual License Expires
TWRA says most annual licenses and permits are valid for 365 days from purchase. Check the expiration on your issued license because some permits follow different dates. The TWRA page says existing licenses must be within 10 days of expiration to be eligible for renewal.
Use Go Outdoors Tennessee or a TWRA license agent to select and renew the product.
Compare Annual Coverage With Short Visits
One $30 nonresident ten-day no-trout license costs less than the $49 annual option. Two separate ten-day blocks cost $60 at base prices, making the annual option $11 less if both trips fit within its term.
See the Tennessee resident rate guide for county and age options, or Tennessee visitor license prices for short visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Tennessee annual fishing license last the calendar year?
TWRA says most annual licenses last 365 days from purchase. Check the expiration on the issued license.
How much is the standard resident annual combination with trout?
The $33 annual Combination Hunt/Fish license plus the $21 annual trout supplement totals $54 before processing fees.
Can I renew a Tennessee annual license before it expires?
TWRA says the existing license must be within 10 days of expiration to qualify for renewal. Check the product dates when you renew.
