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See Special Licenses for more details. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting Louisiana’s abundant natural resources. The department issues hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses, as well as boat titles and registrations.
Free (The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation covers the $4 fee for this license.) Includes Basic and Saltwater Fishing Licenses; Basic, Deer, Waterfowl, and Turkey Hunting Licenses; and the WMA Access Permit; Does not include the Federal Duck Stamp; Disabled Veterans Hunting and Fishing License Application
Licenses & Permits. Recreational annual licenses purchased on or after June 1, 2022, will be valid for 365 days from the date of purchase. Purchase. View Purchased. HIP Certification.
Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries P.O. Box 98000 Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70898 800.256.2749 225.765.2800 Licenses & Permits Validate Tags Lottery Applications Boat Registration Renewal Course & Event Registration Your Account Reprint Licenses Site Disclaimer Louisiana Conservationist Magazine Contact the LDWF LICENSING INFORMATION
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has partnered with LA Wallet to bring digital hunting and fishing licenses to Louisiana citizens. Effective today, October 18, 2021, citizens with a Louisiana Driver’s License or State ID can use LA Wallet to display their purchased LDWF licenses on their smartphone.
If you’re age 16 or older, you must have a Basic Fishing License to fish recreationally in Louisiana waters. If you’re fishing south of the saltwater line*, you must also have a Saltwater License. Please note that if you’re fishing with a cane pole, you just need a Hook and Line License; no other license is required.
Some licenses will be valid for one year from the day of purchase Recreational Fishing Fees Resident, Military, & Student 10 Non-Resident Non-Resident Native 10-day Non-Resident 5-day Basic Fishing Season (includes all legal recreational freshwater gear) $17.00 $68.00 $17.00 $30.00 Saltwater…
