How to Get a Fishing License in Delaware

If you like ocean fishing, visit Delaware. The state provides great opportunities for ocean fishing and doesn't require a fishing license in tidal waters. Still, you don´t want to miss out on Delaware's great freshwater fishing. Follow the steps below to get your Delaware fishing license today, and enjoy all the fishing the state has to offer.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Purchase a Fishing License Online

1. Go to the Delaware state website and type the words ¨fishing license¨ in the search box, then press the ¨Go¨ button.

2. Scroll down and choose the ¨Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife¨ link.

3. Read the section titled ¨Fishing License Requirements.¨ Decide which type of license to purchase and how you want to purchase it.

4. Purchase a fishing license online by clicking on the ¨Purchase Online¨ link. Read the information on the page, then scroll down and select the ¨Fishing Licenses¨ link.

5. Follow the instructions on the website to print the sample license. Make sure to do this test prior to purchase. Prepare your credit card and identification information as indicated.

6. Purchase your license by clicking on the ¨Hunting/Fishing License¨ option from the top menu. Read and review the information, and, when done, scroll down to the ¨Hunting/Fishing Licenses¨ link and click.

7. Select the type of fishing license you want to purchase. Read the pop-up window and select the ¨Yes¨ button to confirm that the sample license printed correctly. Now, read the agreement terms. If you want to choose a custom number, follow the steps to do so.

8. Press the ¨I Agree¨ button. The window will close. Press the ¨View Cart¨ button and select the ¨Continue to checkout¨ button. Fill out the online information form and press the ¨Continue to checkout¨ button again.

9. Pay for your license by following the prompts. Print your Delaware fishing license when complete, and get ready to go fishing.

Purchase a Fishing License Through an Agent

10. Follow steps 1 through 3 as indicated above. Decide whether to purchase a fishing license at a state agency or a retailer. To purchase from a state agency continue to the next step. To purchase a license from a retailer skip to step 3 in this section.

11. Select the ¨Dover, Delaware Office¨ link to purchase your fishing license directly from a state agency. Review addresses and phone numbers to find the nearest office. Visit the office of your choice to purchase your fishing license.

12. Click on the ¨100 License Agents¨ link. Scroll down the list to find a retailer near you. Visit the retailer of your choice and purchase your fishing license.

13. Start enjoying your fishing privileges right away.

Tips & Warnings

• For more information on Delaware fishing licenses call [phone].

Resources

• Delaware.gov for More Information About Fishing Licenses

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