FRESH WATER FISHING LICENCES
Freshwater Fishing Licences are mandatory for anyone Angling in BC freshwaters, Anyone Aged 16 or over must have the appropriate licence. BC residents under the age of 16 do not require a licence and are entitled to their own quota of fish.
Non- residents under the age of 16 do not require a licence but must be accompanied by a person who holds the appropriate licence. Any fish kept are part of the of the catch and possession of the accompanying licence holder. You must have a valid licence while sport fishing and, if asked, produce it for inspection by a conservation officer, fishery officer, RCMP constable, park ranger in a park, or an officer under the Wildlife Act.
License Costs
Resident Non-Resident Non-Resident Alien
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Annual Angling Licence $41.15 $62.87 $91.44
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One Day Angling licence $11.43 $22.86 $22.86
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Eight day Angling Licence $22.86 $41.15 $57.14
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Annual Licence for Age 65 Plus $5.71 N/A N/A
As of March 2026, Freshwater Fishing Licences have moved to BC WILD system and require a FWID to purchase online or in person. To register for a FWID or login click here
People who prefer in person service can register for their FWID and buy licences at FrontCounter BC, or participating vendor locations click here