Fishing License Age North Carolina
A 2 transaction fee as mandated by ncgs 113 270 1b may apply at time of license purchase.
Fishing license age north carolina. Individuals 16 years of age or older using any type of bait or gear to catch finfish while fishing in north caro lina s public waters must possess a valid north carolina fishing license. Youth who have not obtained a certificate of competency showing their completion of the hunter safety course must be accompanied by a properly licensed adult when hunting. This license requirement does not apply to private ponds. As of january 1 2007 any individuals 16 years or older who want to recreationally finfish in any water designated as coastal or joint waters of north carolina must purchase a nc coastal recreational fishing license crfl.
All people age 16 years and older are required to have a valid fishing license to fish in north carolina waters. 1 2007 any person 16 and older who wants to fish recreationally in any water designated as coastal and joint waters of north carolina must purchase a coastal recreational fishing license crfl. North carolina fishing licenses are valid for one year from the date of purchase unless otherwise noted on the license. Purchase your hunting trapping or fishing license here.
Lifetime licenses can be purchased at your local wildlife service agent online with a few exceptions by calling 888 248 6834 or by mail from the north carolina wildlife resources commission. General assembly passed legislation in 2004 to create a saltwater license and governor mike easley signed it into law in 2005. Locate contact information for state agencies employees hotlines local offices and more. Youth under age 16 are exempt from the requirements of a basic inland fishing license and trout privilege license.