Recreational Hunting & Fishing Licenses & Permits

Recreational Hunting and Fishing Licenses

Recreational licenses and permits for residents and nonresidents are available on the Internet; at retail agents, such as sporting goods stores or other retailers that sell hunting or fishing equipment; by phone; and at county tax collectors' offices.  All license, permit and issuance fees are subject to change by the legislature.

Note:  License and permit fees are nonrefundable.

Licenses, fees and how to order

• Hunting license
• Saltwater fishing
• Freshwater fishing
• Limited Entry/Quota Permit
• Wildlife Management Area Permit 
• Lifetime Licenses
• Alligator Hunts - Information for NEW APPLICANTS
• Resident Persons with Disabilities Hunting and Fishing License

 Applicant information and FAQs

• Visitors Licenses
• Is my license still current?
• Lost or stolen license -- Can I get a copy of my license or permit?
• Am I considered a Florida resident?
• Do I need a recreational hunting or fishing license or permit?
• Do I need a fresh or saltwater license?
• Do I need a saltwater fishing license to fish from shore?
• Free Fishing Days 
• How long is my license good?
• Can I sell my catch?
• FAQs - More Frequently Asked Questions
• Voluntary Snook Refund Process

Other licenses and permits (including application forms) 

• Wildlife
• Freshwater
• Saltwater 
• Aquatic plants
• Public land use and paddling trail camping

 Commercial regulations related to hunting (taking furbearers) and fishing are also available.