The Tennessee nonresident fishing license cost is $20 for three days, $30 for ten days or $49 annually without trout. Choose the all-species option for trout at $40, $61 or $98 respectively. Processing fees and site permits may add to the total.
Tennessee Nonresident Fishing License Cost by Duration
| Duration | No trout | All species including trout |
|---|---|---|
| Three days | $20 | $40 |
| Ten days | $30 | $61 |
| Annual | $49 | $98 |
See the TWRA nonresident fee table for junior options and the Native Tennessean application if you were born in Tennessee and now live elsewhere.
Choose Trout Coverage and Check the Site
Choose the all-species option if your trip includes trout. For Gatlinburg, check the local permit and the separate one-day Gatlinburg product on the TWRA list. Certain other destinations, including parts of Reelfoot, have separate permits and exemptions.
Use the Tennessee trout regulations to check the exact water, species and dates before buying.
Compare a Single Visit With Two Trips
Two three-day all-species trips cost $80 at base prices, below the $98 annual option. Two ten-day all-species trips cost $122, above the annual option, if the same annual license could cover both. Check date ranges and processing fees in the Go Outdoors Tennessee purchase system.
For annual expiration and renewal, see the Tennessee annual fishing guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Tennessee three-day nonresident trout license cost?
TWRA lists the three-day nonresident all-species license at $40 before processing fees. It includes trout.
How much is a ten-day Tennessee visitor license without trout?
The published ten-day nonresident no-trout price is $30 before processing fees.
Does a Tennessee all-species visitor license cover every location permit?
Some areas have a separate local permit. Check the current regulations and license list for your water.
