Alabama · License · 2026 Edition
Alabama Hunting License Cost 2026: Fees, Deer & Turkey Permits
A year costs $34.35 for residents and $399.50 for nonresidents.
Alabama's All Game license already includes deer and turkey tags — there is no separate species permit for either, matching the license's built-in bag limits (currently 3 bucks, 5 spring gobblers). The Baiting Privilege and Wildlife Management Area license are needed on top of it for specific hunting situations.
01 — Base hunting license
| Type | Total | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Resident All Game License | $34.35 | Includes deer and turkey tags. |
| Resident Small Game License | $22.75 | Excludes deer and turkey. |
| 100% Physically Disabled Resident Hunting | $7.50 | |
| Nonresident All Game License | $399.50 | Includes deer and turkey tags. |
| Nonresident All Game License (10-day trip) | $246.60 | |
| Nonresident All Game License (3-day trip) | $173.90 | |
| Nonresident Small Game License | $130.25 | Excludes deer and turkey. |
| Nonresident College Student All Game (ages 17-23) | $34.35 | Same rate as residents; must attend an approved Alabama college or university. |
02 — Deer permits
| Permit | Total | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Baiting Privilege | $18.45 | Required to hunt deer or feral swine over bait, on top of the hunting license. |
| Nonresident Baiting Privilege | $63.40 | |
| Wildlife Management Area (WMA) License | $22.75 | Same price for residents and nonresidents. Covers WMA access for hunting generally, not just deer. |
03 — Waterfowl & migratory bird permits
| Stamp | Total | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| State Duck Stamp | $12.10 | Same price for residents and nonresidents. |
| Federal Duck Stamp | $30 | Same price for residents and nonresidents. |
Waterfowl hunters 16 and older also need HIP registration and a Federal Duck Stamp. Alabama duck season dates →
04 — Hunter education
Alabama requires a hunter education certificate for most first-time license buyers. Required for anyone born on or after Aug. 1, 1977. Certificates from any other state or Canadian province are accepted. Uncertified hunters can get a supervised-hunting license instead and hunt within voice/sight range of a licensed adult 21+.
Alabama hunter safety course — options, costs and where to register →
05 — Where to buy
Licenses and permits are sold through Outdoor Alabama, the state's official portal.
Where to hunt public land in Alabama — WMAs by county & access rules →
Alabama hunting licenses run a fixed annual cycle, September 1 through August 31, regardless of purchase date — a license bought today expires August 31, 2026.
FAQ
Can I hunt on my own land in Alabama without a license?
Alabama resident landowners — plus their immediate family, and tenants with their resident families — may hunt the land without a hunting license. The Baiting Privilege License, required to hunt deer or feral swine over bait, still applies to every hunter regardless of this exemption.
How much is a hunting license in Alabama?
A resident annual Alabama hunting license costs $34.35, and the nonresident annual license costs $399.50. Species permits for deer, turkey and waterfowl are charged on top — see the tables above. Prices are set by Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and were read from their own license document on Aug 6, 2026.
How much is a nonresident hunting license in Alabama?
$399.50 for the annual nonresident license. Species permits come on top of the base license.
How much is a deer permit in Alabama?
Baiting Privilege — $18.45. Nonresident Baiting Privilege — $63.40. Wildlife Management Area (WMA) License — $22.75. A deer permit is charged on top of the base hunting license.
What do I need to get a hunting license in Alabama?
Alabama requires a hunter education certificate for most first-time license buyers. Licenses are sold through Outdoor Alabama, the state's official portal. Alabama hunting licenses run a fixed annual cycle, September 1 through August 31, regardless of purchase date — a license bought today expires August 31, 2026.
Do I need a hunter safety course to buy an Alabama hunting license?
Yes, for most first-time buyers. Required for anyone born on or after Aug. 1, 1977. Certificates from any other state or Canadian province are accepted. Uncertified hunters can get a supervised-hunting license instead and hunt within voice/sight range of a licensed adult 21+.
Verified · Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources · Last verified 2026-08-06
Publisher's note. Prices read from the ADCNR license offerings document, retrieved 2026-08-06. Review due 2027-08-01. Fees are set by the state and change without notice — confirm current prices before purchase.