Hunting / Fishing Permit Changes – Due to changes in Florida legislation, as of 07/01/10 there will be increases to hunting and fishing permits for both residents and non-Florida residents. There is also a new deer hunting permit. Find out more about Licensing, Permits and Fees and the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission and see the new fee schedule, here.

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Resident Hunting License
A resident hunting license authorizes the holder to take or attempt to take or possess game or fur bearing animals consistent with state and federal regulations and rules of the commission. They are valid 12 months from specified beginning date. (License cannot be renewed/issued more than 60 days in advance.)

A number of licenses are available to the public:

• Trapping, hunting and fishing combo
• Lifetime hunting and fishing
• Sportsman
• Disability
• Licenses are also available to nonresident

Hunters are required to carry a valid license while taking or attempting to take game or furbearing animals.

Exemptions

• Any child under 16 years old. Must complete a hunter education course and be supervised by an adult.
• Any person hunting in his county of residence on his homestead.
• Any resident who is a member of the US Armed Forces who is not stationed in this state but home on leave with orders for 30 days or less, upon submission of orders.
• A Florida resident 65 years of age or older. (Must carry proof of age and residency.)
  

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

You can also purchase a Freshwater, Saltwater, or Hunting License online through WildlifeLicense.com