December 27, 2021

All About North Carolina Fishing Licenses

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All About North Carolina Fishing Licenses

All About North Carolina Fishing Licenses


Have you considered purchasing a fishing license in the wonderful state of North Carolina? If yes, that's exactly why we're here. The cost of fishing permits, the places where you are allowed to fish, the many types of fishing licenses, and how to obtain one are all covered. Let's get a good start on making the most of your fishing opportunities throughout the year.

(Source: takemefishing.org)


Who Does/Doesn’t Need A License

Does

  • Every angler over the age of 16 years old fishing in NC waters
  • Baiting hooks and helping another person out with their fishing

Doesn’t 

  • Fishing in a private pond or privately owned land
  • Children under the age of 16 years old
  • No license is needed onboard a saltwater charter boat
  • Everyone can fish without a license on the 4th of July
  • NC residents on leave from the military can fish up to 30 days without a license


Types of Licenses and Their Costs

In North Carolina, there are two types of licenses: inland and coastal. All of the state's freshwaters are classified as inland, while the saltwater areas are classified as coastal. Both licenses cover the areas where salt and fresh water combine. Check out this detailed map that the state has made available for your use to answer any questions you might have about where your license applies.


The costs of a license vary between temporary and lifetime as well as whether you are a resident of NC or not. 

(Source: FishingBooker)


Temporary Licenses

3-Day Trout is $8 for residents and non-residents

10-Day Coastal is $6 for residents and $11 for non-residents

Annual Coastal is $16 for residents and $32 for non-residents

10-Day Inland is $9 for residents and $23 for non-residents

Annual Inland is $25 for residents and $45 for non-residents

Annual Unified is $41 for residents and N/A for non-residents


Lifetime Licenses

Inland (Adult) is $265 for residents and N/A for non-residents

Inland (Senior) is $16 for residents and N/A for non-residents

Coastal (under 1) is $106 for residents and non-residents

Coastal (1-11) is $159 for residents and non-residents

Coastal (12+) is $265 for residents and $530 for non-residents

Unified is $477 for residents and N/A for non-residents


Where to Buy an NC Fishing License

You can get a license in one of three methods, depending on which is most convenient for you. The first is to complete your application online and pay with a Visa or MasterCard afterward. The second option is to purchase it over the phone by dialing 888-248-6834. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., are the hours offered. The final option is to visit a recognized vendor in person and acquire your license right away. If you're in a hurry, this is the best option.


If you purchase your license in person, you will receive it the same day; otherwise, it will be mailed to you. In the interim, you don't have to stop fishing; just remember to have your license number and a form of identification with you. While you receive your fishing license in the mail, keep it with you at all times when you go fishing.



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