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Delaware Hunting & Fishing License Fee Calculator

An annual resident fishing license in Delaware costs $8.50 and a resident hunting license $39.50, through the Delaware Division of Fish & Wildlife. Non-residents pay $20 to fish and $199.50 to hunt. Big-game tags, stamps, and permits are extra — the license is the entry ticket, not the whole cost.

Your license

Estimated annual cost
$8.50/ year
  • Resident fishing license (annual)
    $8.50

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

  • 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 Delaware?

  • Residency (non-residents often pay 3–10×)
  • Fishing ($8.50 res) vs hunting ($39.50 res)
  • Separate licenses per activity
  • Tags, stamps & permits (extra)

Frequently asked questions

How much is a fishing license in Delaware?

An annual resident fishing license is $8.50; non-residents pay $20. 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 Delaware?

The annual resident hunting license is $39.50 ($199.50 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 Delaware?

Delaware doesn't sell a standard annual combo — you'd buy the fishing ($8.50) and hunting ($39.50) licenses separately.

Who sells licenses in Delaware?

The Delaware Division of Fish & Wildlife — 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 Delaware resources

Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.

dnrec.delaware.gov — fee source ↗

Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.