Florida Fishing Compliance Checklist
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Fees verified for 2026. Generated by FishFig — informational only, not legal advice.
1 · What license do you need?
| Angler | Annual fee |
|---|---|
| Resident | $17.00 |
| Non-resident | $47.00 |
Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission — 2026 license fees (GoOutdoorsFlorida.com). (2026). Verify the exact product and any one-day or short-term options with the agency.
2 · Size & bag limits
| Species | Min size | Bag limit | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 14 in | 5 | FL Admin. Code / FWC 2026 Freshwater Regulations. |
| Snook | 28 in | 1 | FWC 2026 (slot 28–32 in, closed season Dec 1–Feb 28). |
3 · Required stamps & report cards
FWC 2026: resident annual freshwater or saltwater $17; nonresident annual $47; resident fresh+salt combo $32.50; resident shoreline saltwater $0. Ages 16–64 resident and all nonresidents 16+ need a license.
4 · Legal citations
- FL Admin. Code / FWC 2026 Freshwater Regulations.
- FWC 2026 (slot 28–32 in, closed season Dec 1–Feb 28).
- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission — 2026 license fees (GoOutdoorsFlorida.com). (2026)
Always confirm current fees, seasons, and closures with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) before fishing. This checklist is a planning aid and may not reflect in-season changes.