Rod fishing licence

Apply for your rod fishing licence online

 
Any angler aged 12 years or over, fishing for salmon, trout, freshwater fish or eels in England (except the River Tweed), Wales or the Border Esk and its tributaries in Scotland must have an Environment Agency rod licence.

 

Prices for 2009/10 Rod Licences - Valid from 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010

Non-Migratory Trout & CoarseSalmon & Sea Trout
Full£26.00£70.00
Senior Concession£17.25£46.50
Disabled Concession£17.25£46.50
Junior Concession£5.00£5.00
8-Day Licence£9.50£22.50
1-Day Licence£3.50£7.75

A salmon and sea trout licence covers you to fish for non-migratory trout and coarse fish as well.

If you're fishing for coarse fish with 3 or 4 rods then you'll need to purchase a second licence.

For more information please read our Terms and Conditions.

Concessions are provided to the following types of anglers:
  • 65 and over
  • in receipt of a Blue Badge or Disability Living Allowance. You'll need to provide your Blue Badge Number or National Insurance number when purchasing your licence
  • 12-16 years old inclusive are eligible to a junior concession. Anglers under the age of 12 do not need a rod fishing licence

Full and concessionary rod licences expire on 31 March each year

  • 1-day rod licence is valid for 24 consecutive hours
  • 8-day rod licence is valid for 192 consecutive hours from the start time and date
It is an offence to fish for salmon, sea trout, freshwater fish and eels without a valid rod licence, if you're found fishing without the correct licence you may be fined up to £2,500.

Note: Always carry your receipt or rod licence with you when fishing.