Florida Fishing License Fees Rise in March

Florida fishing license fees increase $3 starting March 1, 2026. Annual resident licenses rise from $17 to $20.

Non-resident annual licenses increase from $47 to $50. Short-term tourist licenses remain unchanged.

Revenue supports fish stocking programs and habitat restoration projects statewide. The increase represents the first adjustment since 2019.

Buy your 2026 license before March 1 to lock in current pricing. Licenses purchased now remain valid for 12 months from purchase date.

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Jason Michael is a Pacific Northwest gardening enthusiast and longtime homeowner in the Seattle area. He enjoys growing vegetables, cultivating native plants, and experimenting with sustainable gardening practices suited to the region's unique climate.

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