North Dakota

A nonresident annual fishing license in North Dakota costs $45.00. For comparison, North Dakota residents pay $16.00. Short-term options: 10 Day Nonresident: $50.00. The license year runs April 1 - March 31.

Purchase your North Dakota fishing license online at https://gf.nd.gov/licensing. Valid ID; 16+ must have license. Licenses are administered by the North Dakota Game and Fish Department.

Under 16 exempt; Residents 65+ $5; disabled residents $5; veterans with 50%+ service disability $5. Always check the official North Dakota website for the most current exemption details and any additional categories that may qualify.

Paddlefish tag: $15 resident, $35 nonresident; married couple nonresident license $60. Be sure to purchase any required stamps or endorsements before heading out, as they are often checked during enforcement.

Fishing seasons in North Dakota: General fishing opens in May; year-round for some species; specific walleye/pike seasons. Bag limits: Walleye: varies by lake; Pike: varies; check regulations. Always consult the current North Dakota fishing regulations for the most up-to-date season dates and limits, as they can change annually.

2025 fee restructuring completed; specific Lake Sakakawea and Devils Lake regulations. For the complete set of rules including gear restrictions, size limits, and special waters, visit the official North Dakota fish and wildlife website.

North Dakota has the following border water or reciprocal agreements: Minnesota border waters; Montana border waters; Red River with Minnesota. Vermont 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 North Dakota fishing page at https://gf.nd.gov/fishing/licensing. To purchase a license online, visit https://gf.nd.gov/licensing.