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Florida Hunting License (2026)

Restricted: Florida requires a hunting license and a deer permit, and hunter-safety certification is mandatory for those born on or after June 1, 1975.

RestrictedVerified Jul 20, 2026
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Florida requires a hunting license and a deer permit, and hunter-safety certification is mandatory for those born on or after June 1, 1975. Resident and nonresident licenses are available through FWC. New for 2026-27 (eff. July 1, 2026): non-residents must possess a valid non-resident ANNUAL hunting license to take game or furbearers (379.354(5)(h) F.S.).

Official source: myfwc.com →

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Hunting License in states bordering Florida

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

  • AlabamaRestricted

    Alabama requires a hunting license, and hunter-education certification is mandatory for those born on or after Aug 1, 1977. Resident and nonresident licenses are available through ADCNR.

    Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: outdooralabama.com · Full Alabama rule →

  • GeorgiaRestricted

    Georgia requires a hunting license for hunters age 16 and older, and a hunter-education course is mandatory for those born on or after Jan 1, 1961. Resident and nonresident licenses are available through GA DNR.

    Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: georgiawildlife.com · Full Georgia rule →

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