: Most residents and non-residents aged 16 or older are required to have a license.
Getting Your Line in the Water: A Guide to MN DNR Fishing Licenses for 2026
: Resident youth under 16 do not need a license. Non-resident youth under 16 also do not need one if a parent/guardian is licensed, though their catch counts toward the adult's limit. Seniors : Residents age 90 and older do not need a license. How to Buy Your License
The Minnesota DNR offers several convenient ways to get your license: Online license sales | Minnesota DNR