Coastal Recreational Fishing License (CRFL)

This license is required to recreationally harvest finfish in the state’s coastal waters, which include sounds, coastal rivers and tributaries, and out to three miles in the ocean. An individual who engages in recreational fishing must have this license.

Other Information

Duration of License

Annually

Authority

GS 113-174.2, 113-174.3, 113-174.4, 15A NCAC 3O.0101(a).

Exam: No Exam
License Type: Stand-Alone License

Fees

Application
$15.00
New License
$0.00
Renewal
$0.00
Reciprocity:
$0.00
Miscellaneous:
$0.00

Licensing Authority

NC Department of Environmental Quality
Marine Fisheries
3441 Arendell Street
Morehead City, NC 28557-
252-726-7021

Please check with your local City, County or Municipality for area specific license requirements they may have.