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Step 1
Go to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources website. To read the fishing regulations, press the "Fish" option from the top menu.
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Step 2
Click on either the "Freshwater" or "Saltwater" link. Or read both if appropriate.
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Step 3
Search for and select the "Fishing Licenses" link under the "Licenses" heading.
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Step 4
Review prices and information, then decide which type of fishing license to purchase. Decide whether to purchase your fishing license online or by phone.
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Step 5
Press the "Back" option on your browser to return to the previous page.
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Step 6
Get your credit card and identification information ready.
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Step 7
Click on the red "Buy" button. If you decided to purchase your license by phone skip Step 8 and instead call (866) 714-3611.
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Step 8
Select the "Purchase your license online" link. Follow the prompts. Fill out the required information, including credit card details, to purchase your fishing license.
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Step 9
Enjoy your fishing privileges immediately. Your official South Carolina fishing license will arrive by mail.
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Step 1
Follow steps 1 through 5 from the "Purchase Fishing License Online or by Phone" section above. Press the red "Buy" button.
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Step 2
Scroll down to option number 2. Select the "License Sales Agents" link.
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Step 3
Choose a location by clicking on the county name.
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Step 4
Visit your nearest fishing license sales agent and purchase your fishing license in person. Grab your fishing rod and start fishing.
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Step 1
Follow steps 1 through 5 from the "Purchase Fishing License Online or by Phone" section above. Press the red "Buy" button on the left.
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Step 2
Select either the "Resident" or "Non-Resident" link.
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Step 3
Download and print the fishing license application. Fill out all applicable sections and mail the form and payment to: License Division, P.O. Box 11710, Columbia, South Carolina 29211-1710.
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Step 4
Wait for your license to arrive by mail and start planning your fishing trip.
