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How to Get a Fishing License in Texas

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If you want to fish public waters in the Lone Star State, you first must obtain a license. Here's how to get one.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

    Purchase Fishing License Online

  1. Step 1

    Visit the Texas Parks and Wildlife website. Type the words ¨fishing license¨ in the search field. Scroll down the list of archives to the ¨TPWD: fishing licenses and packages¨ title and click.

  2. Step 2

    Read the information for state fishing regulations and requirements. Review all the different types of fishing licenses and options. Determine which type of fishing license to purchase.

  3. Step 3

    Choose the ¨Where to Get Information and Licenses¨ link from the left menu.

  4. Step 4

    Purchase license online by clicking on the ¨On-line License Sales¨ link. Use a Visa, Discover, or MasterCard. An additional $5 fee is charged for this convenience. Review the website information carefully.

  5. Step 5

    Click on the ¨Go to online license sale¨ link. Read over the information on the page. Press the ¨Continue¨ button when done. A pop-up window will open. Choose the option that best describes your transaction and click on the ¨Click here¨ link.

  6. Step 6

    Fill out all the information requested and press the ¨Submit¨ button when done. Follow the website prompts to purchase your license.

  7. Purchase Fishing License by Telephone

  8. Step 1

    Follow Steps 1 through 3 carefully as mentioned above. Read website information completely, then scroll down to the ¨Buying Licenses¨ heading.

  9. Step 2

    Have your Visa, Discover, or MasterCard handy. Remember that an additional $5 fee is added to your card for this type of purchase.

  10. Step 3

    Purchase your fishing license by calling (800) 895-4248 between the hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., on weekdays only. The office is closed on weekends and on most holidays.

  11. Purchase Fishing License From Sales Agent

  12. Step 1

    Follow steps 1 through 3 as mentioned in the ¨Purchase Fishing License Online¨ section above.

  13. Step 2

    Go down the website to the ¨Buying Licenses¨ heading. Select the ¨Local License Sales¨ link and click.

  14. Step 3

    Type the city name in the box and press the ¨Find¨ button. Find the nearest agent and visit their office to purchase your fishing license.

Tips & Warnings
  • For more information on obtaining a fishing license in Texas, call (800) 792-1112 or (512) 389-4800 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday only.
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