Alaska Fishing License
Everything you need to know about purchasing your Alaska sport fishing license before your Kenai Peninsula trip. All residents 18 and older, and all nonresidents 16 and older, must be licensed.
Non-Resident License Prices (2026)
| License Duration | Sport Fishing License | + King Salmon Stamp | Combined Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Day | $15 | $15 | $30 |
| 3-Day | $30 | $30 | $60 |
| 7-Day | $45 | $45 | $90 |
| 14-Day | $75 | $75 | $150 |
| Annual (Jan 1 – Dec 31) | $100 | $100 | $200 |
King Salmon stamp required when targeting King Salmon in open waters (e.g., Kasilof, Ninilchik). Not required if Kenai River is your only destination in 2026 due to closure.
Important: We Do Not Sell Fishing Licenses
All prices shown are for reference only and are subject to change — always verify current rates directly with ADF&G before purchasing. Licenses must be purchased directly through the Alaska Department of Fish & Game — not through us. Your guide cannot issue or sell licenses on the water.
More details at kenai.fishing/licenses · Prices shown reflect 2026 ADF&G fee schedule and are subject to change without notice.
Other Required Stamps
King Salmon Stamp
Required to target King Salmon anywhere in Alaska. Not required in 2026 on the Kenai River (Kings are closed), but needed for Kasilof, Ninilchik, and coastal fisheries.
Same cost as your base license duration ($10 for residents)
Charter Halibut Stamp
Required if taking a guided charter halibut trip in Southcentral Alaska (Homer, Seward) and retaining halibut. Anglers are responsible for purchasing the $20 stamp, and the operator logs it.
$20 per stamp
Harvest Record Card
Free. Required for species with annual limits (e.g., King Salmon). Note: Charter Halibut harvest is NOT recorded by anglers on harvest cards; licensed charter operators log harvest directly in the official vessel eLogbook system.
Free of charge
Alaska Resident License
Who Needs a License
- • AK residents age 18–59: annual license required ($20)
- • AK residents under 18: no license required
- • AK residents 60+: free license available
- • All AK residents dipnetting: must have a valid sport fishing license + UCI Personal Use permit
Where to Buy
- • ADF&G Online — fastest option
- • Fred Meyer, Carr's, and sporting goods stores throughout the Kenai Peninsula
- • Most guided trips: local vendors sell physical licenses
- • Important: Purchase BEFORE your trip — you are responsible for carrying your license
Questions About What You Need?
While anglers are solely responsible for compliance, we are happy to direct you to ADF&G information resources before your trip.
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