District of Columbia

A nonresident annual fishing license in District of Columbia costs $13.00. For comparison, District of Columbia residents pay $10.00. Short-term options: 14-day licenses discontinued as of January 2022. The license year runs January 1 - December 31.

Purchase your District of Columbia fishing license online at https://doee.dc.gov/service/get-fishing-license. Valid ID; sold online only through DOEE website. Licenses are administered by the DC Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE).

Under 16 exempt; 65+ exempt. Always check the official District of Columbia website for the most current exemption details and any additional categories that may qualify.

No additional stamps required; basic license covers all DC waters. Be sure to purchase any required stamps or endorsements before heading out, as they are often checked during enforcement.

Fishing seasons in District of Columbia: Year-round. Bag limits: Check DC regulations; specific rules for Rock Creek Park and Anacostia River. Always consult the current District of Columbia fishing regulations for the most up-to-date season dates and limits, as they can change annually.

Licenses sold online only; no refunds once purchased; 14-day license no longer available. For the complete set of rules including gear restrictions, size limits, and special waters, visit the official District of Columbia fish and wildlife website.

District of Columbia has the following border water or reciprocal agreements: Potomac River shared with Maryland and Virginia; PRFC (Potomac River Fisheries Commission) license may be required for Potomac. Tennessee 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 District of Columbia fishing page at https://doee.dc.gov/service/get-fishing-license. To purchase a license online, visit https://doee.dc.gov/service/get-fishing-license.