Minnesota Fishing License & Regulations
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Not legal advice. FishFig is an informational guide. License fees, size/bag limits, and seasons change yearly and vary by water, species, and zone. Always confirm the current rule with the state agency (linked on every regulations page) before you buy a license or keep fish. When in doubt, check the official source.
Minnesota — License & Regulations
Agency: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR)
| Resident annual fee | $25.00 (2026) |
|---|---|
| Non-resident annual fee | $51.00 |
| Source | Minnesota Department of Natural Resources — 2026 fishing license fees (mn.gov/dnr). |
Size & bag limits (representative)
| Species | Min size | Bag limit | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass | — | 6 | MN DNR 2026 Fishing Regulations. |
| Walleye | — | 6 | MN DNR 2026 Fishing Regulations (special limits on some waters). |
MN DNR 2026: resident individual angling $25; nonresident $51. License year Mar 1–Feb 28. Trout/salmon stamp ($10) required for designated trout waters and Lake Superior.