Dove & Migratory Birds
Arizona Dove & Migratory
Bird Permits 2026
Complete requirements for hunting doves, woodcock, snipe, and other migratory birds in Arizona. Arizona is one of the premier dove hunting states in the nation, with large populations of mourning, white-winged, and Eurasian collared doves. Hunting begins September 1.
HIP Required
Dove Season Open
2026 Permit Quick Facts
Verified 2026
State Fee
$37.00
Hunting license required; HIP registration free.
Non-Resident
$160.00
Hunting license + HIP
Daily Bag Limit
15 white-winged + mourning dove combined; 10 may be white-winged
Federal maximum
HIP Required
Yes (Free)
Complete at license agent
Season Dates
2026 Migratory Bird Season in Arizona
Season 1: Sept 1–15; Season 2: Nov 1–30; Season 3: Dec 14–Jan 12
Season dates are set annually by USFWS. Always confirm current dates with Arizona Game & Fish Department.
Step-by-Step
How to Get Licensed for Dove Hunting in Arizona
1
Purchase a Arizona Hunting License
A valid state hunting license is required for all migratory bird hunting. An additional state migratory bird fee of $37.00 applies. Purchase through Arizona Game & Fish Department online or at an authorized license agent.
2
Complete Free HIP Registration
HIP registration is free and quick — answer a brief survey about last year's migratory bird harvests. This is typically completed when purchasing your hunting license at a license agent or online. You must have a valid HIP registration number before hunting doves or other migratory birds.
3
Check Season Dates & Bag Limits
Dove season dates are set annually by USFWS. Daily bag limit: 15 white-winged + mourning dove combined; 10 may be white-winged. Season 1: Sept 1–15; Season 2: Nov 1–30; Season 3: Dec 14–Jan 12 Always confirm current season dates with Arizona Game & Fish Department before hunting.
Requirements
Arizona Migratory Bird Requirements
Arizona hunting license + HIP registration. Nontoxic shot required on some areas.
Important Notes
Arizona-Specific Information
White-winged dove hunting is excellent in the Sonoran Desert region.
Source: Arizona Game & Fish Department (www.azgfd.com).
Requirements verified 2026. Season dates are set annually — always confirm with Arizona Game & Fish Department and USFWS before hunting.