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As of Jan. 1 all fishermen in California were required to have a 2023 fishing license. In 2023 the basic license costs $58.25 and that doesn't include $17.02 for a second-rod stamp. New for 2023 is the law that says a fishing license is good for one year from the date of purchase.

Applicant Instructions - To apply for a free fishing license, certification by a licensed physician or the Director of a State Regional Center is required (e.g., a letter on physician's letterhead certifying the applicant's developmental disability, and signed by a licensed physician).

To qualify for a reduced-fee sport fishing license, you must be a resident of the State who is 65 years of age or older and receive benefits through Supplemental Security Income (SSI) pursuant to Section 12200 of the Welfare and Institutions Code or Cash Assistance Program for Aged, Blind, and Disabled Legal Immigrants ...

New for 2023 is the law that says a fishing license is good for one year from the date of purchase. For example, if you buy a 2023 license on Feb. 1 the license is good until Feb. 1, 2024.

Effective January 1, 2022, reduced-fee sport fishing licenses will be available for low-income California residents, 65 years of age and older, who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Cash Assistance Program for Aged, Blind, and Disabled Legal Immigrants (CAPI).

No. A fishing license is required when fishing everywhere except for a public pier. Even if you hooked the fish on the pier and only came down onto the beach to land the fish, you would need a valid license to avoid a potential citation.

How much is a fishing license in California? License TypeResident CostNonresident Cost1-Day License$19.18$19.182-Day License$29.42$29.4210-Day LicenseN/A$58.58Annual License$58.58$158.25