Maine

A nonresident annual fishing license in Maine costs $83.00. For comparison, Maine residents pay $30.00. Short-term options: 1 Day Nonresident: $18.00; 3 Day Nonresident: $30.00; 7 Day Nonresident: $62.00; 15 Day Nonresident: $66.00. The license year runs January 1 - December 31.

Purchase your Maine fishing license online at https://www.maine.gov/ifw/fishing-boating/fishing/licenses-permits/index.html. Valid ID; 16+ must have license; fee increase effective September 2025. Licenses are administered by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (MDIFW).

Under 16 exempt; specific senior exemptions may apply. Always check the official Maine website for the most current exemption details and any additional categories that may qualify.

Agent fees $1-2 additional when purchasing through third-party agents. Be sure to purchase any required stamps or endorsements before heading out, as they are often checked during enforcement.

Fishing seasons in Maine: Open water season varies by zone; ice fishing season separate. Bag limits: Varies by species, zone, and water body; check regulations. Always consult the current Maine fishing regulations for the most up-to-date season dates and limits, as they can change annually.

S-class waters (special regulations); catch-and-release only waters; fly fishing only areas. For the complete set of rules including gear restrictions, size limits, and special waters, visit the official Maine fish and wildlife website.

Maine has the following border water or reciprocal agreements: No specific reciprocal agreements noted; border waters with New Hampshire. New Mexico is not directly included in these agreements, so a standard nonresident license is required.

For the most current regulations, license prices, and season dates, visit the official Maine fishing page at https://www.maine.gov/ifw/fishing-boating/fishing/laws-rules/license-requirements.html. To purchase a license online, visit https://www.maine.gov/ifw/fishing-boating/fishing/licenses-permits/index.html.