How to Get a Fishing License in Idaho
Idaho is world famous for its great fishing and welcomes anglers to its wild trout streams, rugged mountain lakes and crystal blue country reservoirs. But, before you can experience all of the great fishing Idaho has to offer, you must purchase a fishing license.
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Instructions
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Determine which type of license you will need to buy and where you would like to buy it. There are several factors, which include: your age, state of residency and the type of fishing that you plan to do, that will dictate the type of license and special tags, if any, that you will require. You have several options of where you can purchase your fishing license.
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Order your Idaho Fishing License online at the Idaho Fish and Game Department's special online license purchasing website.
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Use a credit card to purchase an Idaho Fishing License by phone at: (800) 554-8685.
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Purchase an Idaho Fishing License from one of the many licensed independent dealers, located throughout the state. A list of fishing license dealers can be found at the Idaho Fish and Game Department website.
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Walk into any regional Idaho Department of Fish and Game office and purchase a license in person. Call the main office at (208) 334-3700 to find the office nearest you.
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Tips & Warnings
If you are disabled and economically disadvantaged, you may be eligible for a Disabled Fishing Permit, which will require a letter from SSI, SSDI, or the Railroad Retirement Board.
Disabled American Veterans are eligible to apply for a special DAV Fishing License.
You may be eligible to purchase a Military Furlough Combination Fishing/Hunting License if Idaho is your official state of residence and you are on leave from military service.
Proof of Residency is required before issuance of any resident Idaho Fishing License.
