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Annual License and Fees

(Required to harvest oysters or clams or fish for marine finfish from privately owned boats)

Type of License Cost
Annual Resident License $10
Resident 14 Day License $5
Annual Non-Resident License $35
Non-Resident 14 Day License $11

 

Where to buy licenses and permits

  • 1,000 license agents statewide, (many local sporting goods stores, bait and tackle shops, major retailers and DNR offices)
  • Telephone 1-866-714-3611
  • Special permits and tags are available through the Columbia office only. For more information call (803) 734-3833.
  • View License and Fees file Adobe PDF File (Adobe PDF)

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