An annual Georgia fishing license costs $15 for residents and $50 for visitors. However, to catch trout, you need a separate license that costs $10 per year for Georgians and $25 for non-residents. If you hunt and fish, catch a yearly combo license, which starts at just $30.
A Lifetime Sportsman license is best for residents who plan to fish for many years. It costs $70 to $750, depending on your age. On the flip side, a one-day fishing license costs $10 to $170
Georgia fishing license prices:
One-Day Georgia Fishing License Prices
If you just want a single day of fun in the sun, consider a one-day Georgia fishing license. Prices are listed in the table below.
| License | GA Residents | Non-residents |
|---|---|---|
| Fishing | N/A | $10 |
| Trout | $5 | $10 |
| Hunting + fishing | $5 | $30 |
| Sportsman | $25 | $170 |
If you want a second day, the next table shows the price to add an extra day to one-day fishing license.
| License | GA Residents | Non-residents |
|---|---|---|
| Fishing | N/A | $3.50 |
| Trout | $1 | $2 |
| Hunting + fishing | $1 | $10 |
| Sportsman | $3 | $20 |
Cost of an Annual Georgia Fishing License
Consider an annual fishing license if you want to feast on flounder, trout, and redfish all year round. Moreover, a Georgia Sportsman’s License gives you an assortment of hunting and fishing privileges.
| License | GA Resident | Non-resident |
|---|---|---|
| Fishing | $15 | $50 |
| Trout | $10 | $25 |
| Hunting + fishing | $30 | $150 |
| Sportsman | $65 | $400 |
| Senior Sportsman | $7 | N/A |
| Youth Sportsman | $15 | $50 |
| Disability Sportsman | $5 | N/A |
| Honorary Veterans | $0 | N/A |
Cost of a Lifetime Sportsman License in Georgia
If you’re over 65 and a Georgia resident, you can enjoy a lifetime of fishing in Georgia’s rivers, ocean, and marshes with a $35 Senior Lifetime Fishing License.
Otherwise, you can purchase a Lifetime Sportsman License to fish and hunt. The price depends on age. Only infant licenses (for those under 2 years old) are available for non-residents.
| Age | Price |
|---|---|
| Under 2 | $500 |
| 2 – 15 | $600 |
| 16 – 49 | $750 |
| 50 – 59 | $375 |
| 60 – 64 | $315 |
| 65 + | $70 |
Other lifetime sportsman licenses include:
- Military and Veterans who are GA residents can get a Lifetime Sportsman license for $600
- Non-resident grandchildren who are 2-15 years old can get a Lifetime Sportsman license for $1,500
- Resident seniors born before June 30, 1952 can get a free Senior Lifetime Sportsman’s license.
Georgia Wildlife License Package Prices
You may want to purchase one of the following Georgia license packages from Georgia’s Department of Natural Resources (Wildlife Resources Division).
| Licence | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Avid Angler | $166 |
| Public Lands Angler | $42 |
| Fishing / Deer / Turkey | $226 |
| Georgia Sportsman | $240 |
FAQ: Georgia Fishing Licenses
1. Where do I buy a Georgia Fishing License?
After you find the best GA fishing license for you, you can purchase it gooutdoorsgeorgia.com.
2. What is a Georgia Sportsman License?
A Georgia sportsman license grants you the right to hunt and fish throughout the state. Privileges include
- Hunting (including big game)
- Georgia Migratory Bird Stamp
- Trout fishing
- Saltwater fishing
- Freshwater fishing
They don’t typically include alligator hunting.
3. How many rods can you fish with in Georgia?
In Georgia, you can fish with as many poles as you want, except in the following situations:
- Designated trout water: Limited to one pole
- Public fishing areas: Limited to two poles
- Sport shad fishing: Limited to 2 poles
4. Do you need a separate license to fish trout?
To fish for trout in GA you need one of the following:
- Sportsmen license
- Fishing license + daily or annual trout license
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