Interested in hunting for wild game in Florida? If you'd like to join the area's hunters, you'll need to obtain a Florida hunting license. We explain the process, step-by-step.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 30 minutes
Here's How:
- Determine if you need a license. The following individuals do not need to purchase a license:
- Children under age 16.
- Persons hunting in their county of residence on their homestead.
- Florida residents age 65 and older with proof of residency and age.
- Georgia residents age 65 and older with Georgia Honorary Hunting and Fishing Certificates and proof of age.
- Disabled Florida residents with a disabled hunting permit.
- Florida residents in the armed forces, not stationed in Florida and home on leave for 30 days or less.
- Determine the type of license you need. You may purchase any of the following types of license:
- Resident's Annual Hunting License $12
- Resident's Five-Year Hunting License $56.50
- Non-resident's Annual Hunting License $151.50
- Non-resident's 10-day Hunting License $46.50
- Purchase your license. You can purchase your license online if you're willing to pay a $2.25 + 2.5% surcharge. Alternatively, you may purchase your license by calling 1-888-HUNT-FLORIDA and pay a $3.25 + 2.5% surcharge. Licenses may be purchased without surcharge at a county tax collector's office or for a small fee at many sporting goods stores.
What You Need:
- Proof of residency (for Resident licenses)
- Major credit card (for online or telephone purchases)
