SC Non-Resident Fishing and Hunting License Pricing
Non-Resident Fishing
| Type of License | Price |
|---|---|
| Annual Freshwater Fishing License | $35.00 |
| 7-day Freshwater Fishing License | 11.00 |
| Annual Saltwater Fishing License | 35.00 |
| 14-day Saltwater Fishing License | 11.00 |
| Shrimp Baiting License | 500.00 |
Non-Resident Non-Game Freshwater Fishing
| Type of License | Price |
|---|---|
| Jug Permit | $50.00 |
| Set Hook Permit | 50.00 |
| Eel Pot Tag | 50.00 |
| Gill Net Tag | 50.00 |
| Hoop Net Tag | 50.00 |
| Trap Tag | 50.00 |
| Trotline Tag | 50.00 |
| Commercial Freshwater License | 1,000.00 |
Non-Resident Hunting
| Type of License | Price |
|---|---|
| Annual Hunting License (small game only) | $125.00 |
| 3-day Hunting License (small game only) | 40.00 |
| 10-day Hunting License (small game only) | 75.00 |
| Wildlife Management Area Permit | 76.00 |
| Big Game Permit | 100.00 |
| Migratory Waterfowl Permit (formerly State Duck Stamp) | 5.50 |
| Migratory Bird Permit | Free |
| Turkey Tags | Free |
- No hunting or fishing license or permit required until person reaches age 16.
- All persons born after June 30, 1979 are required to complete a Hunter Education Course to purchase a hunting license.
- For information concerning Hunter Education please call 800-277-4301.
- Persons whose privileges are suspended are not eligible to apply, hold, or use DNR licenses, permits, stamps or tags.
Social Security Number - The SCDNR is required to collect social security numbers from all persons obtaining a hunting, fishing or other recreational or commercial license under section 63-17-1080 and 42 U.S. Code 666(a)(13). Your social security number will serve as your principle identification number to determine your eligibility for licenses. It will be provided to law enforcement agencies and the SC Child Support Enforcement of DSS Unit to establish, modify and enforce child support obligations.
License in Possession - All licenses, permits, tags and/or stamps must be in possession while engaging in activities for which documents were issued. Identification indicating name and address must also be in possession. Persons hunting on their own lands are also required to have all applicable licenses, permits or stamps in their possession.