Licenses and Permits

Attention

CDFW's License and Revenue Branch (LRB) relocated to the newly constructed California Natural Resources Agency building in downtown Sacramento in October 2021. The new location does not have a public license sales counter. However, LRB still serves as the hub for CDFW license sales operations and license agent support, and continues to be available by phone, email, fax, the internet, and various mail carrier services Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (excluding state holidays).

Additionally, various licenses, permits, tags, and other entitlements continue to be available for purchase using the following sales channels:

• In person, through independent license sales agents (such as a local sporting goods store, large discount store, or a bait and tackle shop). Search for a license sales agent near you(opens in new tab).
• Online, through CDFW’s Online License Sales and Services website(opens in new tab). See the variety of items that can be purchased online.
• Over the telephone, through CDFW’s authorized telephone sales agent at (800) 565-1458.