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Michigan Hunting License (2026)

Restricted: Michigan requires a hunting license, and hunter-education certification is mandatory for those born on or after Jan 1, 1960.

RestrictedVerified Jun 18, 2026
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Michigan requires a hunting license, and hunter-education certification is mandatory for those born on or after Jan 1, 1960. Resident and nonresident licenses are available through Michigan DNR.

Official source: michigan.gov →

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Hunting License in states bordering Michigan

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

  • IndianaRestricted

    Indiana requires a hunting license, and hunter-education certification is mandatory for those born after Dec 31, 1986. Resident and nonresident licenses are available through Indiana DNR.

    Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: in.gov · Full Indiana rule →

  • OhioRestricted

    Ohio requires a hunting license, and first-time license buyers must complete hunter education (apprentice license exempt). Resident and nonresident licenses are available through the ODNR Div. of Wildlife.

    Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: ohiodnr.gov · Full Ohio rule →

  • WisconsinRestricted

    Wisconsin requires a hunting license, and hunter-education certification is mandatory for those born on or after Jan 1, 1973. Resident and nonresident licenses are available through Wisconsin DNR.

    Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: dnr.wisconsin.gov · Full Wisconsin rule →

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