New York 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.
New York — License & Regulations
Agency: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
| Resident annual fee | $25.00 (2026) |
|---|---|
| Non-resident annual fee | $50.00 |
| Source | New York State DEC — 2026 fishing license fees (dec.ny.gov/permits/6091.html). |
Size & bag limits (representative)
| Species | Min size | Bag limit | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass | 12 in | 5 | NY Env. Conserv. Law §11-0701; 2026 Freshwater Fishing Regulations (harvest Jun 15–Nov 30). |
| Brook / Brown / Rainbow Trout | — | 5 | NY 2026 Freshwater Fishing Regulations. |
| Walleye | 15 in | 5 | NY 2026 Freshwater Fishing Regulations. |
NYS DEC annual freshwater license (365 days): resident ages 16–69 $25, ages 70+ $5; nonresident $50. Saltwater anglers use the free Recreational Marine Fishing Registry.