2017 Fishing Licenses Make Fine Holiday Gifts

If you're looking for the perfect holiday gift this year, consider giving the gift of California's outdoors. Giving a fishing license is a wonderful way to show your appreciation and to make wonderful memories for many months to come. CDFW gift vouchers are also available.  Purchase a Fishing License or Gift Voucher HERE.

No Cash Policy at CDFW License Counters

Starting January 1, 2017 the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) will no longer accept cash at CDFW’s License and Revenue Branch and regional license counters. Individuals who want to make payments at CDFW’s License and Revenue Branch or a regional license counter can use checks, money orders, or any debit/credit card with the Visa or Mastercard logo.

This “no-cash policy” will improve customer and employee safety, department efficiency, customer service and provide cost savings. Accepting cash payments is costly in both the staff time it takes to process and in armored car services.

Cash transactions will still be available for all items sold at authorized local sales agents. For a list of authorized local sales agent locations, visit the Find License Agent page.

Be the First to Buy the 2017 Warden Stamp

You have the opportunity to purchase the new 2017 Warden Stamp. For just $5, you can help to protect California's natural resources and address the needs for better equipment and training for the state's wildlife officers. The 2017 stamp depicts a white sturgeon and is great way to show your support for California's wildlife officers.  Purchase a Warden Stamp HERE.