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Guide, Hunting and Fishing License in New Hampshire

Quick Answer

The COS data for New Hampshire returned a Hunting and Fishing Guide license, not an aircraft pilot license. Aircraft pilot licensing is federal through the FAA with identical requirements across all states. There is no separate state pilot license for aircraft in New Hampshire.

Exam
Written and oral examinations (Fish and Game)
Total Cost
$100 (est.)
Background Check
Required
Renewal
Every 1 year (expires Dec 31)

Requirements

Guide, Hunting and Fishing license in New Hampshire

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Education
No educational requirements
Exam
State exam required
Background Check
Background check required
Continuing Education
No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
N/A - Not displayed

Estimated Costs Est.

Application Fee
$100
Renewal Fee
$100
Total Estimated Cost
$100

Licensing Agency

NH Fish and Game Department~Law Enforcement Division

Cost Breakdown

Estimated costs for getting your Guide, Hunting and Fishing license in New Hampshire. Values marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions.

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Application FeeEst.$100
Total Estimated Cost$100

Fees marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions and may not reflect current pricing. Verify with the New Hampshire licensing board.

Guide, Hunting and Fishing Salary in New Hampshire

Entry Level

$21,300

Median

$60,920

Experienced

$154,220

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Guide, Hunting and Fishing in New Hampshire.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    No educational requirements

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    Background check required

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    State exam required — Written and oral examinations (Fish and Game)

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency. Application fee: ~$100.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

Guide, Hunting and Fishing Licensing in New Hampshire: What to Know

MISMATCH: The COS data returned 'Guide, Hunting and Fishing' which is a hunting/fishing guide license from Fish and Game, NOT an aircraft pilot license. Requirements include: 18+ years old, skilled in firearms/boats/canoes, CPR and First Aid certified (in-person course), hunter safety course (for hunting guides), species license, pass 50-question written and oral exams, pass criminal and Fish and Game records checks. Fees: Resident or Non-Resident $100/year, over 65 $5. Licenses expire Dec 31. No reciprocity. Aircraft pilot licensing in New Hampshire is federal through the FAA.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Guide, Hunting and Fishing license cost in New Hampshire?
The estimated total cost is $100, including application fees, and education costs.
What exam do I need for a Guide, Hunting and Fishing license in New Hampshire?
You need to pass the Written and oral examinations (Fish and Game). State exam required

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 15, 2026.