Deer Tags
Michigan Deer Tags
2026
Complete guide to deer tag requirements in Michigan - official agency links, resident and nonresident tag fees, antlerless permits, bag limits, and how to purchase your tags. Michigan manages a large whitetail deer population with one of the nation's highest deer harvest totals annually. Base deer licenses (antlered or antlerless) are required separately from the hunting license. Michigan has implemented a Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) on private lands and manages Quality Deer Management in certain Lower Peninsula Deer Management Units.
Separate Tag Required
Up to 5 Tags (Resident)
Resident Tag: $20
2026 Deer Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Resident Tag Fee
$20
Combo license available combining hunting license and deer license
Nonresident Fee
$200
per nonresident deer tag
Max Tags (Resident)
5
deer per season
Tag Required?
Yes
Purchase separately
Antlerless Tags
Resident: $12
Nonresident: $75
Step-by-Step
How to Get Your Michigan Deer Tag
Follow these steps to purchase and properly use your Michigan deer tag for the 2026 season.
1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
Before buying a deer tag, you must have a valid Michigan hunting license. Residents and nonresidents must purchase the appropriate base license for the season. You can purchase online at the Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources website or at a licensed sporting goods retailer.
2
Purchase Your Deer Tag(s)
Purchase your deer tag(s) separately from Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources online, at a license agent, or at a sporting goods store.
Resident tags are $20 and nonresident tags are $200. Purchase online →
3
Know Your Requirements Before Hunting
Review Michigan's current deer hunting regulations for season dates, legal shooting hours, legal deer definitions, antler restrictions (if any), and zone-specific rules. Regulations are available on the Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources website and at license agents. Michigan Base Hunting License required. Deer License required for each season.
4
Immediately Tag Your Harvest
Upon harvesting a deer, you must immediately fill out your deer tag and attach it to the deer before moving it. Most states require you to notch the month and day, then attach it to a visible location. Keep your license and tags on your person while hunting and during transport.
Requirements
Michigan Deer Tag Requirements
Michigan Base Hunting License required. Deer License required for each season.
Important Notes
Michigan-Specific Tag Information
Antlerless licenses issued by Deer Management Unit (DMU). Some DMUs have restrictions. Check current regulations.
Source: Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources (www.michigan.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and tag requirements directly with Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources before purchasing.