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Rhode Island (RI) Fishing License

Rhode Island Division of Marine Fisheries
United States
3
License Types
$18.00
From (Resident)
$35.00
From (Non-Resident)
Under 15
Fish Free
ℹ️
Fees are approximate and updated periodically. Always confirm the current price and any special regulations on the official Rhode Island Division of Marine Fisheries website before purchasing.
📌 Important: Saltwater fishing does not require a license in Rhode Island (only voluntary recreational registry).
📋 Available License Types
License Type Duration Resident Non-Resident
7-Day Non-Resident License 💧 Freshwater 7-Day N/A $22.00
3-Day Non-Resident License 💧 Freshwater 3-Day N/A $16.00

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

🌊 Fishing in Rhode Island

Despite being the smallest state, Rhode Island has excellent saltwater fishing for striped bass and bluefin tuna. Narragansett Bay and Block Island Sound are premier striped bass grounds. Freshwater bass and trout fishing in URI lakes.