Anglers over the age of 16 are required to have a Basic Fishing License in order to fish recreationally in Louisiana waters .
In Louisiana , a Basic Fishing license for residents costs $17 and a Saltwater license for residents costs an additional $15 with a Basic Fishing license.
A non-resident 5-day Basic Fishing license in Louisiana costs $30, and non-residents need the Basic Fishing license to obtain a 3-day Saltwater license, which costs an additional $20.
Can you fish without a license in Louisiana?
Everyone over the age of 16 needs a license to fish in Louisiana, and this applies to both Louisiana residents and out-of-state visitors. Additionally, anglers need a license to go fishing on a charter boat, regardless of being a resident or visitor…