Texas Fishing License & Regulations
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Texas — License & Regulations
Agency: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD)
| Resident annual fee | $40.00 (2026) |
|---|---|
| Non-resident annual fee | $68.00 |
| Source | Texas Parks and Wildlife Department — 2026 fishing license package fees (Outdoor Annual). |
Size & bag limits (representative)
| Species | Min size | Bag limit | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 14 in | 5 | TX Parks & Wildlife Code / 2026 Outdoor Annual (one bass may exceed 24 in). |
| Channel & Blue Catfish (combined) | — | 25 | TX Outdoor Annual 2026 (flathead catfish separate 5/day). |
| Red Drum (redfish) | 20 in | 3 | TX Outdoor Annual 2026 (slot 20–28 in, bag 3). |
TPWD 2026 packages: resident freshwater $30, saltwater $35, all-water $40; nonresident all-water $68. A $5 online administrative fee may apply. Under-17 exempt.