Alabama Hunting & Fishing License Fee Calculator
An annual resident fishing license in Alabama costs $17 and a resident hunting license $34.35, through the Alabama Department of Conservation & Natural Resources. Non-residents pay $66.25 to fish and $399.50 to hunt. Big-game tags, stamps, and permits are extra — the license is the entry ticket, not the whole cost.
Your license
- Resident fishing license (annual)$17.00
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-17. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.
Good to know
- Hunting shown is the All Game license (small game only is $22.75 res / $130.25 NR). Licenses run to August 31 and fees index annually.
- Fees shown are the standard adult annual licenses. Youth, senior, military, and disability discounts are common; big-game tags, stamps, and the federal duck stamp ($25) are extra.
What determines license cost in Alabama?
- Residency (non-residents often pay 3–10×)
- Fishing ($17 res) vs hunting ($34.35 res)
- Separate licenses per activity
- Tags, stamps & permits (extra)
Frequently asked questions
How much is a fishing license in Alabama?
An annual resident fishing license is $17; non-residents pay $66.25. Short-term (1-day/7-day) licenses are usually available for less. Trout/salmon stamps may be extra where required.
How much is a hunting license in Alabama?
The annual resident hunting license is $34.35 ($399.50 non-resident) — but that's the base license. Deer, elk, turkey, and other big-game tags are purchased separately and often cost more than the license itself, especially for non-residents.
Is there a combined hunting and fishing license in Alabama?
Alabama doesn't sell a standard annual combo — you'd buy the fishing ($17) and hunting ($34.35) licenses separately.
Who sells licenses in Alabama?
The Alabama Department of Conservation & Natural Resources — online, plus license agents (sporting-goods stores, some retailers). Federal requirements like the $25 duck stamp for waterfowl are bought separately.
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Official Alabama resources
Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.
Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.