Saltwater Fishing License
New Hampshire Saltwater
Fishing License 2026
Everything you need to know about saltwater fishing licenses in New Hampshire - resident and nonresident fees, endorsement requirements, where to purchase, and official agency links. New Hampshire requires a saltwater fishing license for anglers fishing in tidal and coastal waters. The saltwater license is separate from the freshwater fishing license.
Separate Saltwater License Required
2026 License Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Fee
$11.00
Annual resident fee
Nonresident Fee
$22.00
Annual nonresident fee
License Type
Separate
Standalone saltwater license required
3-Day Visitor
Varies
Contact agency for short-term options
Step-by-Step
How to Get a Saltwater Fishing License in New Hampshire
Follow these steps to legally fish saltwater in New Hampshire:
1
Determine If You Need a Saltwater License
New Hampshire requires a separate standalone saltwater fishing license. Your standard freshwater fishing license does NOT cover saltwater fishing here. Both licenses may be required if you fish both environments.
2
Choose Your License Duration
New Hampshire offers several license duration options.
Select the option that best fits your fishing plans.
3
Purchase Your License
Buy online through NH Fish and Game Department's website
(purchase here),
at a licensed tackle shop or sporting goods retailer, or at a regional NH Fish and Game Department office.
Have your state ID or residency documentation ready. Out-of-state anglers will need a nonresident license.
4
Carry Proof & Know the Regulations
Carry your license or have a digital copy accessible while fishing. Review New Hampshire's current saltwater fishing regulations for size limits, bag limits, and closed seasons for target species. Regulations are updated annually.
Requirements
New Hampshire Saltwater License Requirements
Anglers 16+ must have a valid NH saltwater fishing license to fish in tidal waters. License available online or at license agents.
Source: NH Fish and Game Department (www.wildlife.nh.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and requirements directly with the agency before fishing.