There is no California 7-day fishing license. A $64.54 ten-day nonresident license covers a full week for most visitors in 2026. California residents can buy the $64.54 365-day license if fishing throughout the week.
California 7-Day Fishing License Options
| Fishing plan | License | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One date, resident or visitor | One day | $21.09 |
| Two consecutive dates, resident or visitor | Two days | $32.40 |
| A full week, visitor | Ten-day nonresident | $64.54 |
| A full week, resident | 365-day resident | $64.54 |
Find the current prices on CDFW’s sport fishing fee and requirements page. For only three fishing dates, compare three-day combinations.
Calculate Coverage for the Full Week
Seven consecutive days would cost $118.29 using three two-day licenses and one one-day license. That base total is higher than a ten-day nonresident license or a 365-day resident license. Start by counting the days you will actually fish, which may be fewer than the days of your stay.
The $7.30 Ocean Enhancement Validation applies to covered ocean fishing south of Point Arguello. The one-day and two-day sport fishing licenses are exempt from that validation. Species-specific report card requirements may still apply.
Check Add-Ons and Buy for the Right Start Date
Use CDFW Online License Sales or a license agent. Check the listed start dates and carry your license and any required validations or report cards.
Check inland fishing rules or ocean fishing rules for your water, species, dates and method.
Use visitor trip totals or resident pricing and eligibility to compare broader choices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a visitor buy for seven fishing days?
The $64.54 ten-day nonresident license covers seven days inside its consecutive ten-day window. Check required validations and report cards.
Can a resident buy the ten-day nonresident option?
CDFW lists the ten-day license for nonresidents. A California resident can compare the $64.54 annual resident option with one-day and two-day products.
What if I fish only two consecutive days during the week?
A $32.40 two-day license covers those two consecutive dates. Check species-specific rules before fishing.
