We hope you're now excited about all the fishing possibilities. But, don't forget your license, which can be obtained from some county circuit court clerks, city corporation court clerks and a variety of other authorized agents. The first Saturday and Sunday in June have been designated as Free Fishing Days in Virginia. No fishing license of any kind is required for rod and reel fishing except in designated trout-stocked waters. Unless otherwise specified, resident license requirements apply annually to all persons who claim the Commonwealth of Virginia as their legal domicile.
Nonresident fees apply annually as well, unless otherwise indicated.
A 50 issuance fee, added to each of the following licenses, is not included in our listed fee. Regardless of whether you're testing the waters of the Blue Ridge as an experienced angler or a novice, it doesn't hurt to remember safety at all times, especially cold-weather hazards. Although getting away from it all is most of the fun, don't forget to let somebody know where you are. Despite the best of precautions, you could fall in at some point. In hot weather, it's an inconvenience.