A Michigan out-of-state fishing license costs $76 for an annual all-species license or $10 for each 24-hour daily license in the 2026 license year. The annual price includes a $1 surcharge, and 2026 licenses are valid through March 31, 2027.
Michigan nonresident fishing license prices for 2026
| License | Nonresident price | Duration and notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual all-species | $76 | 2026 license; price includes a $1 surcharge. Valid through March 31, 2027. |
| Daily all-species | $10 | Each license is valid for 24 hours. Purchase one for each day needed. |
These are Michigan Department of Natural Resources prices for the 2026 season, as listed in the 2026 Michigan Fishing Regulations and the DNR’s March 2, 2026 announcement. Both are all-species licenses, covering species allowed for harvest under applicable fishing regulations; additional reporting requirements apply to some species and fishing methods.
Choosing between an annual and daily license
When the annual license may make sense
The annual license costs $76 for the 2026 season. Compare that total with the number of $10 daily licenses you would need, while checking that your planned dates fall within the same license year. The price comparison alone does not account for how often you will fish or when your trips take place.
How the daily license works
A daily license costs $10 and covers a 24-hour period. You can buy daily licenses for the number of days you plan to fish rather than paying for an annual license.
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Anyone age 17 or older needs a fishing license to fish Michigan public waters. Anglers under 17 may fish without one but still must follow fishing regulations. The 2026 fee schedule also lists a voluntary youth fishing license for $2. See the DNR’s 2026 regulations for the fee listing and rules.
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