Dove & Migratory Birds
Arkansas Dove & Migratory
Bird Permits 2026
Complete requirements for hunting doves, woodcock, snipe, and other migratory birds in Arkansas. Arkansas provides excellent dove hunting, especially in the Delta and central Arkansas crop fields. Three statewide season segments are offered.
HIP Required
Dove Season Open
Woodcock Season
2026 Permit Quick Facts
Verified 2026
State Fee
$25.00
Resident all-game license covers dove; HIP free.
Non-Resident
$50.00
Hunting license + HIP
Daily Bag Limit
15 mourning doves
Federal maximum
HIP Required
Yes (Free)
Complete at license agent
Season Dates
2026 Migratory Bird Season in Arkansas
Typically Sept 1–Oct 30, Nov–Dec, and Jan dates
Season dates are set annually by USFWS. Always confirm current dates with Arkansas Game & Fish Commission.
Step-by-Step
How to Get Licensed for Dove Hunting in Arkansas
1
Purchase a Arkansas Hunting License
A valid state hunting license is required for all migratory bird hunting. An additional state migratory bird fee of $25.00 applies. Purchase through Arkansas Game & Fish Commission 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 mourning doves. Typically Sept 1–Oct 30, Nov–Dec, and Jan dates Always confirm current season dates with Arkansas Game & Fish Commission before hunting.
Requirements
Arkansas Migratory Bird Requirements
Arkansas hunting license + HIP registration. Season-specific regulations apply.
Source: Arkansas Game & Fish Commission (www.agfc.com).
Requirements verified 2026. Season dates are set annually - always confirm with Arkansas Game & Fish Commission and USFWS before hunting.