New Mexico Fishing License System
New Mexico Fishing Licenses can be purchased ONLINE ahead of your visit - or while you are here.
No Printer? No problem. We have confirmed with Game & Fish staff that you can have a screenshot of your license on your phone - just make sure it is charged up and available if they ask for it.
When purchasing licenses, make sure to include: Fishing License (Annual, 1 Day or 5 Day), Habitat Management Access and Validation (HMAV, Adult ONLY) and Habitat Stamp to be legal around here.
Fisher-people under the age of 12 DO NOT need a license. If you are an adult assisting only, you do not need a license. If you are an adult assisting a child that runs away and leaves a line in the water connected to your hands you are fishing and need a license. Ages 12-17 are Junior prices. 65-69 is Senior pricing, 70+ FREE - 65+ discounts applicable to residents only. Total Prices, with all necessary stamps, are as follows:
RESIDENT:
Adult Annual: $40
Adult 1 Day: $27
Adult 5- Day: $39
Junior Annual: $16
70+: Free - you earned it!
NON-RESIDENT:
Adult Annual: $71
Adult 1 Day: $27
Adult 5 Day: $39
Junior Annual: $26
Resident Handicapped and Veteran Licenses are available.
Click the link below to purchase your license online:
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