BUY A FISHING LICENSE

Beginning on January 15, 2021, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) and Pennsylvania Game Commission began the transition to a new online licensing system to better serve both agencies' customers, https://huntfish.pa.gov/. At this time, some users may experience technical difficulties processing certain transactions. If you experience problems while using the site, please call the helpdesk at 800-838-4431. If you are unable to access the site and would like to buy a fishing license by phone, please call the PFBC at (877) 707-4085.

We apologize for any inconvenience during this transition to the new system. Thank you.

• Online - at the Commission's secure e-commerce site, huntfish.pa.gov
  
• In Person - visit a license issuing agent, about 700 located throughout Pennsylvania and neighboring states
• By Phone - call the Commission at 877-707-4085 to purchase a license

Fishing License Pricing

Visit our fishing license Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page to find out more.

ADDITIONAL LICENSE TYPES & RELATED PROGRAMS

• Multi-year Licenses
• License Buttons (optional) -- Vintage Buttons
• Voluntary Permits (pricing poster)
• Voluntary Youth License (Mentored Youth Program)
• Pennsylvania Saltwater Angler Registry Program (PA-SARP)
• Free and Reduced Fishing Licenses for Disabled Veterans
• Fish-for-Free Days

Pennsylvania Fishing Summary of Regulations & Laws (Summary Book)

Fishing License forms