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Iowa (IA) Fishing License

Iowa Department of Natural Resources
United States
3
License Types
$22.00
From (Resident)
$48.50
From (Non-Resident)
Under 16
Fish Free
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Fees are approximate and updated periodically. Always confirm the current price and any special regulations on the official Iowa Department of Natural Resources website before purchasing.
📋 Available License Types
License Type Duration Resident Non-Resident
7-Day Non-Resident License 💧 Freshwater 7-Day N/A $19.50
3-Day Non-Resident License 💧 Freshwater 3-Day N/A $14.50

★ Most popular license type. Fees are approximate - verify at the official agency website.

🌊 Fishing in Iowa

Iowa is underrated for walleye, sauger, catfish, and crappie. Spirit Lake, Rathbun Lake, and the Mississippi River backwaters are top destinations. Iowa also has excellent ice fishing.