The District of Columbia may be the smallest jurisdiction in the United States, but it offers surprisingly good urban fishing — striped bass in the Potomac, catfish in the Anacostia, bass and perch in Rock Creek. Before you drop a line anywhere in those waters, you need to understand exactly what license you need, how much it costs, and how to buy it. This guide answers every question a DC angler could have about the 2026 fishing license, straight from official DOEE and District code sources.
Unlike most states, which sell several license types at different price points, the District of Columbia keeps its licensing remarkably simple: one annual license for residents, one for non-residents, and clear age exemptions on both ends. There are no trout stamps, no saltwater endorsements, no habitat fees, and — as of January 2022 — no short-term tourist licenses either. If you are fishing in District waters, you either have the one annual license, qualify for an exemption, or need to get one before you cast.
This guide walks you through every part of the DC fishing license system: who needs one, what it costs, where to buy it, what “DC waters” actually means, what age groups are exempt, and why your Maryland or Virginia license does not work inside the District. We will also explain exactly how the free DC Fishing License Calculator estimates your cost in seconds.
The Basics: What Is a DC Fishing License and Who Issues It?
Fishing licenses for the District of Columbia are issued by the DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE), specifically through its Fisheries and Wildlife Division. DOEE enforces fishing regulations under Title 19, Chapter 15 of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations (19 DCMR Chapter 15), which governs all fish and wildlife licensing in the capital.
Unlike many states where you can walk into a sporting goods store and buy a license over the counter, DC handles all fishing license sales online only. The purchase portal is hosted at dcwebforms.dc.gov/pay/doee91/, and no agent fee is published or charged because there are no licensed retail agents selling DC fishing licenses. You pay exactly the face-amount listed: $10.00 or $13.00.
The license is a calendar-year license. According to DOEE and 19 DCMR § 1501.5, it is valid from the date of purchase through December 31 of the year marked on the license. This means if you buy your 2026 license in August, it expires December 31, 2026 — just four months later. There are no refunds. If you know you will fish again before year-end, buy early to get the most out of it.
Once purchased, you must carry your license — physical printout or electronic copy on your phone — while you are fishing. Failing to display it when asked by a conservation officer carries a published $50 collateral fine under DOEE’s Regulated Fishing Activities schedule.
References:
- DOEE — Get a Fishing License (live fee table, online-only notice, age exemptions): doee.dc.gov/service/get-fishing-license
- 19 DCMR Chapter 15 Fish and Wildlife — § 1501 (licensing requirements), § 1501.5 (calendar-year term), § 1501.7 (National Fishing Week), § 1599 (resident/nonresident definitions): Fish and Wildlife Code PDF
- DOEE Regulated Fishing Activities (fine schedule): doee.dc.gov/service/regulated-fishing-activities
What Waters Require a DC Fishing License?
This is the most frequently misunderstood part of DC fishing law, and it trips up thousands of anglers from Virginia and Maryland every year. The rule is straightforward: any person fishing in District waters must possess a valid DC Fishing License — regardless of where they are standing, what state issued their fishing license, or whether they are in a National Park.
District waters include the Potomac River between the Woodrow Wilson Bridge and Little Falls, the Anacostia River within the District, Rock Creek, and all other fishable waters inside the political boundaries of the District of Columbia. Virginia’s DWR explicitly notes in its reciprocal-licenses guidance that this stretch of the Potomac is “controlled by D.C.” and a DC fishing license is required — even if you are casting from the Virginia shoreline into that stretch of river.
This also applies to anglers on the National Mall reflecting pools, in Theodore Roosevelt Island, in Kenilworth Park, or anywhere else within DC’s borders. Being on federal land does not exempt you from the District’s licensing requirement.
Important: A Maryland fishing license and a Virginia fishing license are not valid in District waters. The Potomac River Fisheries Commission (PRFC) license likewise does not cover the DC portion of the Potomac. If you are fishing between Woodrow Wilson Bridge and Little Falls — even from the Virginia bank — you need a DC license.
There is one notable exception: National Fishing Week. Under 19 DCMR § 1501.7, the licensing requirement does not apply during National Fishing Week, a nationwide event typically held during the first week of June. DOEE confirms the specific dates each year, so verify on the DOEE website before treating any week as a license-free fishing period.
References:
- DOEE — Fishing in the District: doee.dc.gov/service/fishdc
- Virginia DWR — Reciprocal Licenses (Woodrow Wilson Bridge to Little Falls DC requirement): dwr.virginia.gov/fishing/regulations/reciprocal-licenses/
- 19 DCMR § 1501.7 — National Fishing Week exemption
Who Needs a License: The Age Rules
DC’s age rules for fishing licenses are cleaner and more straightforward than most states. The District uses two simple cutoffs, and there are no paid “youth” or “senior” license tiers to navigate — only a full-price adult license or a complete exemption.
Ages 16 Through 64: License Required
Any person between the ages of 16 and 64 who fishes in District waters must hold a valid DC Fishing License. This applies equally to DC residents and non-residents, and to US citizens and foreign nationals. The fee differs by residency (discussed in the next section), but the requirement to have a license is the same across this age band.
DOEE’s online payment form asks for your residency status. Residency is self-certified: you select “District Resident” or “Non-Resident” based on where you live. Under 19 DCMR § 1599.1, a resident is simply a person who resides in the District of Columbia, and a nonresident is anyone who does not. There is no published minimum number of days, no DMV address-change requirement, and no student exemption tied to school enrollment for fishing licenses specifically.
Under Age 16: Exempt
Anglers under the age of 16 do not need a DC Fishing License. This exemption applies to residents and non-residents alike. A child visiting DC on a school trip or a family vacation can fish DC waters without a license as long as they are younger than 16. DOEE’s live licensing page confirms this, as does 19 DCMR § 1501.2.
Age 65 and Older: Exempt
Anglers who are 65 years of age or older are exempt from the DC Fishing License requirement. DOEE’s live page states “age 65 and older” and defines the threshold as persons “sixty-five (65) years of age or older.” You do not purchase a $0 senior license — you simply do not need a license at all. Carrying proof of age (a driver’s license, ID card, or passport) is a sensible precaution in case a conservation officer asks, though DOEE does not specify what documentation is required.
Important: DC does not sell a military-discounted fishing license, a 100%-disabled-veteran fishing license, or a landowner exemption. DOEE’s live fishing-license page does not publish any such category. Any third-party website or blog claiming these exemptions exist in DC is using incorrect information.
Example 1: Family from Virginia Visiting DC
Scenario: A family from Arlington, Virginia, visits Theodore Roosevelt Island for a day of fishing. The group includes a grandfather age 67, a parent age 42, and two children ages 11 and 14.
Grandfather (age 67, VA resident): Exempt — age 65+ rule Parent (age 42, VA non-resident): DC non-resident annual — $13.00 Child (age 11, VA non-resident): Exempt — under 16 rule Child (age 14, VA non-resident): Exempt — under 16 rule ───────────────────────────────────── Total licenses needed: 1 Total cost: $13.00
Only the parent needs a DC fishing license. The grandfather and both children are fully exempt. The parent buys a non-resident annual license at doee.dc.gov before arriving, paying exactly $13.00 with no additional fees.
Example 2: DC Resident Retiree and Neighbor
Scenario: Two DC residents plan to fish the Anacostia. One is 64 years old and the other is 65. They both live in the District and have lived there for years.
Angler A (age 64, DC resident): License required Resident annual — $10.00 Angler B (age 65, DC resident): Exempt — age 65+ rule ───────────────────────────────────── Total licenses needed: 1 Total cost: $10.00
A single year in age makes all the difference. Angler A at 64 pays $10 for the resident annual license. Angler B, who turned 65, needs nothing at all. This is one reason the DC Fishing License Calculator asks for your age group before showing any price.
References:
- DOEE — Get a Fishing License (age exemption: under 16 and 65+): doee.dc.gov/service/get-fishing-license
- 19 DCMR § 1501.2 — Age exemptions from licensing requirement
- 19 DCMR § 1599.1 — Resident and nonresident definitions
License Fees: Resident vs. Non-Resident
The fee structure for a DC fishing license is among the simplest in the country. There are exactly two price points and zero add-ons. DOEE’s live fee table, accessible at the Get a Fishing License page and confirmed through the payment portal at dcwebforms.dc.gov, lists the following for 2026:
| License Type | Who Qualifies | Fee | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Resident Annual | DC residents ages 16–64 | $10.00 | Through December 31, 2026 |
| Non-Resident Annual | Non-residents ages 16–64 | $13.00 | Through December 31, 2026 |
| Under 16 (any residency) | Anglers under age 16 | $0 — exempt | N/A |
| Age 65+ (any residency) | Anglers age 65 and older | $0 — exempt | N/A |
The $3 difference between the resident and non-resident annual license is one of the smallest residency premiums in the United States. Compare that to states like Oregon, where non-residents pay $138 versus $50 for residents, or Washington State where the gap exceeds $75. DC’s pricing reflects the District’s role as a heavily transient city where many workers and visitors fish the same urban waterways as long-term residents.
No senior discount license is sold — seniors simply are not required to buy one at all. No military discount, no disabled-veteran tier, no student price, no combination hunt-and-fish package. The fee table is exactly two rows for paying anglers.
A Note on Stale Prices Online
Many third-party websites and older PDFs still list incorrect DC fishing license prices. The most common errors you will encounter are:
- $7 resident / $10 non-resident — These figures come from 19 DCMR § 1505, an older version of the fee table in the Municipal Regulations that has not been updated to match the live DOEE buy page. Always use the live DOEE page, not the DCMR PDF, for prices.
- 14-day license at $6.50 — This product appeared on older DOEE info-card PDFs from around 2019. DOEE discontinued the 14-day fishing license effective January 2022. It is no longer available.
- Agent or processing fees — Because DC sells licenses online only with no retail agents, no agent fee is published or charged. You pay exactly the face amount.
References:
- DOEE Payment Portal — resident $10 / non-resident $13 face amounts (accessed September 1, 2026): dcwebforms.dc.gov/pay/doee91/
- 19 DCMR § 1505 — Older fee schedule (note: live DOEE page supersedes this for current fees)
What Is Not Sold: No Stamps, No Short-Term Licenses
One of the most practical things to understand about DC fishing licenses is how stripped-down the system is compared to neighboring Maryland and Virginia. DC does not require — and does not sell — any of the following add-on products that anglers in surrounding states routinely purchase:
No Short-Term or Daily Licenses
As of January 2022, DOEE no longer sells the 14-day fishing license that was previously available to visitors. There is no 1-day license, no 3-day license, no 7-day license, and no weekend pass. The annual license is the only recreational fishing license available, for both residents and non-residents.
This means a visitor who comes to DC for a single afternoon of fishing on the Potomac still needs to buy the $13.00 annual non-resident license. There is no cheaper short-term option. Given the low price point, this is rarely a burden, but it is important to know before you arrive so you are not caught unprepared.
No Trout Stamp
DC does not sell or require a trout stamp or trout endorsement. While DOEE stocks and monitors trout species in its fisheries records programs, the licensing framework for recreational fishing is a single annual license with no species-specific add-ons. If you are fishing for trout in DC waters, your annual fishing license covers it.
No Saltwater or Tidal Endorsement
DC’s fishable waters — the Potomac within the District, the Anacostia, Rock Creek — are a mix of tidal freshwater and riverine environments. DOEE does not publish a separate saltwater or tidal license for recreational anglers. Do not add Maryland’s Bay Sport Fishing license, Virginia’s saltwater license, or the Potomac River Fisheries Commission (PRFC) license to your DC total. None of those products apply inside District boundaries.
No Habitat or Wildlife Stamp
States like South Dakota, Colorado, and Wyoming require a Habitat Stamp in addition to the base fishing license. DC has no equivalent product. There is no wildlife stamp, no habitat fee, and no conservation endorsement attached to the DC fishing license purchase.
No Hunt-and-Fish Combination License
Under 19 DCMR § 1560, DC protects wildlife and does not issue recreational hunting licenses in the same way states do. There is no combination hunting-and-fishing license sold by DOEE.
Important: If you are buying a DC fishing license and the total comes to anything other than $10.00 (resident) or $13.00 (non-resident), something is wrong. There are no legitimate add-ons, agent fees, or stamps that increase the cost of a recreational DC fishing license.
References:
- DOEE — Get a Fishing License (14-day discontinued notice, no stamps listed): doee.dc.gov/service/get-fishing-license
- 19 DCMR § 1560 — Wildlife protection in the District
Residency: How DC Defines Where You Live
Residency for a DC fishing license is defined in plain language under 19 DCMR § 1599.1. A resident is a person who resides in the District of Columbia. A nonresident is a person who does not. That is the entire definition as published in the regulations governing fishing licenses.
There is no minimum number of days you must have lived in DC before claiming resident status for a fishing license. There is no requirement to have a DC driver’s license or vehicle registration. Students living in DC while attending Georgetown, GWU, American, Howard, or any other DC university are likely residents under this definition if DC is their actual place of residence, though the online payment form simply collects your address — it does not cross-check licensing databases.
The absence of detailed residency rules for fishing licenses is intentional and practical: DC is a small, densely populated urban area where people move frequently for work and school. The $3 difference between resident and non-resident fees is small enough that misrepresentation would carry far more legal risk than any savings it could produce.
Example 1: Federal Worker Living in Maryland
Scenario: A federal employee works in DC five days a week but lives in Bethesda, Maryland. She wants to fish the Potomac during her lunch break from the DC side of the river.
Angler location: DC waters (Potomac, DC side) Home state: Maryland Residency for DC license: Non-resident (lives in MD) Maryland license valid? No — MD license not valid in DC waters VA license valid? No — not applicable DC license needed: Yes Non-resident annual: $13.00 Stamps / add-ons: None Agent fee: $0 ───────────────────────── Total cost: $13.00
Even though she commutes to DC every day and technically “works in the District,” she resides in Maryland. She qualifies as a non-resident for DC fishing license purposes and needs the $13 annual non-resident license. Her Maryland fishing license does not help here because Maryland licenses are not valid in District waters.
Example 2: Graduate Student Living in DC
Scenario: A graduate student from Ohio has been living in a Capitol Hill apartment for two years while studying at American University. He wants to fish Rock Creek on weekends.
Angler location: DC waters (Rock Creek Park) Residence address: Capitol Hill, DC Residency for DC license: Resident (lives in the District) DC license needed: Yes (age 28, within 16–64 bracket) Resident annual: $10.00 Stamps / add-ons: None Agent fee: $0 ───────────────────────── Total cost: $10.00
Because the student lives in DC — regardless of where he was born or where his family home is in Ohio — he qualifies as a DC resident for fishing license purposes. He pays $10.00 for the annual resident license, saving $3 compared to the non-resident rate. His Ohio address on file with his home state is irrelevant to his DC fishing license classification.
How the DC Fishing License Calculator Works
The free DC Fishing License Calculator at this site is designed to give you an instant, accurate estimate of your license cost before you visit the DOEE payment portal. Because DC’s system is so simple, the calculator only needs two pieces of information from you to produce a result: your residency and your age group.
Step 1: Select Your Residency
The first dropdown asks whether you are a DC resident or a non-resident. Use your actual place of residence — where you live, not where you work or where you happen to be standing when you decide to go fishing. If you live in the District of Columbia, choose “DC resident” and your base cost will be $10.00. If you live anywhere else — Maryland, Virginia, another US state, or another country — choose “Non-resident” and your base cost will be $13.00.
Step 2: Select Your Age Group
The second dropdown asks for your age group with three options: Under 16, Adult (ages 16–64), or Age 65 and older. The calculator uses your age group to determine whether you need a license at all before it shows a dollar amount.
- Under 16: The calculator immediately returns $0 and explains the exemption. No further steps needed.
- Adult (16–64): The calculator applies the appropriate resident or non-resident annual fee from the DOEE fee table.
- Age 65+: The calculator immediately returns $0 and explains the age-based exemption.
Step 3: View Your Results
The results panel displays your itemized total. For any paying angler, the breakdown will always look the same: one line item for the annual fishing license at $10.00 or $13.00, no stamps, no agent fees, and a total that equals exactly the license fee. The calculator also displays the license year (2026), the expiration date (December 31, 2026), and a link to the official DOEE purchase page so you can complete the transaction.
Because the calculator reads from the same fee table as the plugin’s bundled CSV — sourced directly from DOEE’s live fee page — prices shown always reflect current official rates. The table is updated whenever DOEE publishes new fees, typically at the start of each calendar year.
Example 1: Non-Resident Angler Using the Calculator
Scenario: A tourist from Philadelphia wants to fish the Tidal Basin area of the Potomac River during a three-day visit to DC. She opens the DC Fishing License Calculator on her phone to find out what she needs.
Calculator inputs: Residency: Non-resident Age group: Adult (ages 16–64) Calculator output: Non-resident annual fishing license: $13.00 Stamps / add-ons: None Agent fee: $0.00 ───────────────────────────────────── Total estimated cost: $13.00 License valid through: December 31, 2026 Purchase at: doee.dc.gov/service/get-fishing-license
The calculator confirms she needs a $13.00 non-resident annual license, reminds her there is no short-term option available, and directs her to the official DOEE purchase page. The whole process takes about 20 seconds.
Example 2: Resident Senior Angler Using the Calculator
Scenario: A 68-year-old retired DC resident wants to start fishing Rock Creek after years away from the hobby. His neighbor told him licenses were required. He opens the calculator to check.
Calculator inputs: Residency: DC resident Age group: Age 65 and older Calculator output: License required: No — age 65+ exemption applies Cost: $0.00 Note: No license purchase needed. Age 65+ residents and non-residents are fully exempt from the DC Fishing License requirement under DOEE rules and 19 DCMR § 1501.2.
The calculator immediately identifies the age exemption and returns a $0 result with an explanation. He saves himself a trip to the DOEE website and can head straight to Rock Creek with confidence, keeping his ID handy in case an officer asks to verify his age.
References:
- DC Fishing License Calculator: fee data sourced from DOEE Get a Fishing License page (accessed September 1, 2026)
- DOEE Payment Portal: dcwebforms.dc.gov/pay/doee91/
Frequently Asked Questions About DC Fishing Licenses
Can I fish in DC with my Maryland or Virginia fishing license?
No. Maryland and Virginia fishing licenses are not valid in District waters. This is one of the most common mistakes made by anglers from the DC metro area. Virginia DWR explicitly notes in its reciprocal-license guidance that the stretch of the Potomac River between the Woodrow Wilson Bridge and Little Falls Dam is controlled by DC, and a DC fishing license is required to fish those waters — even if you are standing on the Virginia bank when you cast. PRFC (Potomac River Fisheries Commission) licenses, used for the lower Potomac and tidal tributaries in MD and VA, likewise do not extend into the District.
What if I am only fishing for an hour or two — can I buy a short-term license?
No. DOEE discontinued its 14-day fishing license in January 2022. There is no 1-day, 3-day, 7-day, or hourly fishing license available in DC. If you are between ages 16 and 64, you must buy the annual license ($10 resident / $13 non-resident) no matter how briefly you plan to fish. Given how low the annual fee is, the cost is rarely a barrier.
Do I need a stamp for trout or saltwater fishing?
No. DC does not sell trout stamps, saltwater endorsements, tidal permits, or any other species-specific add-ons for recreational angling. Your annual fishing license covers all fish species in all District waters. Do not add Maryland or Virginia stamp fees to your DC cost calculation.
Can I fish for free during National Fishing Week?
Yes, with caveats. Under 19 DCMR § 1501.7, the DC fishing license requirement does not apply during National Fishing Week, which is generally held during the first week of June. However, DOEE confirms the specific dates each year, and the definition in § 1599 describes it as a “weeklong nationwide festivity.” Always verify on the DOEE website before assuming a particular week qualifies — and note that all other fishing regulations (gear limits, size and creel limits, catch-and-release rules) remain in full effect during National Fishing Week.
Where exactly do I buy the license?
Online at dcwebforms.dc.gov/pay/doee91/. This is DOEE’s official payment portal. There are no authorized retail agents, no license kiosks at DC park entrances, and no phone sales. You need internet access to buy a DC fishing license. The portal accepts standard credit and debit cards, and there is no published service fee beyond the face amount of the license.
What happens if I fish without a license?
Fishing without a required DC license is a wildlife violation. DOEE’s Regulated Fishing Activities fine schedule lists collateral fines for various violations. Failure to display a license to a conservation officer when asked carries a $50 fine. More serious violations — fishing during closed seasons, exceeding catch limits, or using prohibited gear — carry additional penalties. Conservation officers patrol DC waterways regularly, particularly during striped bass season on the Potomac.
References:
- DOEE — Regulated Fishing Activities (fine schedule, gear rules, striped bass season): doee.dc.gov/service/regulated-fishing-activities
- Virginia DWR — Reciprocal Licenses (DC Potomac boundary clarification): dwr.virginia.gov/fishing/regulations/reciprocal-licenses/
- 19 DCMR § 1501.7 — National Fishing Week licensing exemption
Where the Calculator’s Data Comes From
The DC Fishing License Calculator uses fee data loaded from a bundled CSV file (district-of-columbia-fishing-license-prices.csv) maintained as part of the Fishing License Calculator plugin. That CSV file is populated directly from DOEE’s live Get a Fishing License page and the payment portal, cross-referenced against the official 19 DCMR Chapter 15 regulations.
The source for every price in the table is the live DOEE purchase page at doee.dc.gov/service/get-fishing-license and the payment portal at dcwebforms.dc.gov. The plugin also maintains links to these sources in the CSV’s URL column, so anyone auditing the data can verify each figure against its primary government source.
DC fees are reviewed at the start of each calendar year when DOEE publishes its updated licensing information. The current 2026 figures — $10.00 resident, $13.00 non-resident — were verified on September 1, 2026. If DOEE raises or changes fees, the CSV is updated before the next season to keep the calculator accurate.
Unlike many states where fees change annually based on legislative action, DC’s fishing license fees have been historically stable. The move from $7/$10 (the old DCMR statutory rate) to $10/$13 (the current live rate) was implemented without fanfare, which is why so many third-party websites still show the old figures. Using the DOEE buy page — not DCMR PDF reprints — is the correct approach to get current prices.
References:
- DOEE — Get a Fishing License (primary source for all fees): doee.dc.gov/service/get-fishing-license
- DOEE Payment Portal: dcwebforms.dc.gov/pay/doee91/
- 19 DCMR Chapter 15 Fish and Wildlife (regulatory background): Fish and Wildlife Code PDF
Conclusion: DC Fishing Licenses Are Refreshingly Simple
After reading through Maryland’s multi-tiered freshwater and Chesapeake Bay licensing system, or Virginia’s combination of freshwater licenses, saltwater endorsements, and trout add-ons, the DC fishing license is almost anticlimactic in its simplicity. Two price points, two age-based exemptions, one place to buy, zero add-ons. That is the entire system.
The most important things to remember for 2026:
- DC resident annual: $10.00 — no stamps, no fees, expires December 31
- Non-resident annual: $13.00 — the only short-term option discontinued in 2022
- Under 16 and age 65+: fully exempt, no purchase needed
- MD, VA, and PRFC licenses: not valid in District waters
- Buy online only: dcwebforms.dc.gov/pay/doee91/ at exact face value
If you are unsure whether your specific situation requires a license — perhaps you are right on the age border, or you are fishing waters close to the Maryland-DC boundary — use the DC Fishing License Calculator above to get an instant answer. It applies DOEE’s official fee table in real time so you always see the current cost before you head to the water.
Tight lines on the Potomac, the Anacostia, and Rock Creek — and make sure your license is in your pocket before the first cast.
Complete Reference List
Official DC Government Sources
- DOEE — Get a Fishing License (live fee table, age exemptions, online-only notice): doee.dc.gov/service/get-fishing-license
- DOEE — Payment Portal (resident $10.00 / non-resident $13.00): dcwebforms.dc.gov/pay/doee91/
- DOEE — Fishing in the District (waters, species, program overview): doee.dc.gov/service/fishdc
- DOEE — Regulated Fishing Activities (seasons, gear rules, fines): doee.dc.gov/service/regulated-fishing-activities
District of Columbia Municipal Regulations
- 19 DCMR Chapter 15 — Fish and Wildlife: § 1501 (who must have a license), § 1501.2 (age exemptions), § 1501.5 (calendar-year term), § 1501.7 (National Fishing Week), § 1505 (older fee schedule — superseded by live DOEE page), § 1560 (wildlife protection), § 1599 (resident/nonresident definitions): Fish and Wildlife Code PDF
Neighboring State Sources (Reciprocity Guidance)
- Virginia DWR — Reciprocal Licenses (Woodrow Wilson Bridge to Little Falls Dam; DC license required): dwr.virginia.gov/fishing/regulations/reciprocal-licenses/
Disclaimer: This guide is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. License fees and rules are subject to change by DOEE at any time. Always verify current fees and requirements directly with DOEE at doee.dc.gov/service/get-fishing-license before purchasing. Accessed September 2026.