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HomeFish and Game CodeDiv. 3Ch. 5§ 2540 Guide License Fees

§ 2540 Guide License Fees

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§ 2540 Guide License Fees

This law sets the fees for guide licenses and explains how long they last. Residents pay less than nonresidents, and the fees can change every year.

Key Takeaways

  • •Residents pay $150 for a guide license, nonresidents pay $350.
  • •The license lasts for one year, from February 1 to January 31.
  • •The fees can go up every year to cover costs.

Example

A person who lives in California wants to become a fishing guide.

They will pay $150 for their guide license, which will last from February 1 to January 31 of the next year.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 2540 Guide License Fees

(a) The base fee for a guide license issued to a resident is one hundred fifty dollars ($150). (b) The base fee for a guide license issued to a nonresident is three hundred fifty dollars ($350). (c) A guide license is valid for the license year beginning on February 1 and ending on January 31 of the succeeding year or, if issued after the beginning of the license year, for the remainder of that license year. (d) The base fees specified in this section are applicable to the 2004 license year, and shall be adjusted annually thereafter pursuant to Section 713. (e) The commission shall adjust the amount of the fees specified in subdivisions (a), (b), and (d), as necessary, to fully recover, but not exceed, all reasonable administrative and implementation costs of the department and the commission relating to those licenses. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 559, Sec. 20. (AB 2402) Effective January 1, 2013.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

guide licensebase feeresidentnonresidentlicense yearadministrative costs

Related Statutes

  • § 7852 Commercial Fishing License Fees
  • § 4654 Wild Pig Validation Fees
  • § 7149.05 Sport Fishing License Fees
  • § 2536 Guide Licensing Requirements
  • § 2537 Commercial Fishing Boat License Exemption

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 2540.
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