Dove & Migratory Birds
Florida Dove & Migratory
Bird Permits 2026
Complete requirements for hunting doves, woodcock, snipe, and other migratory birds in Florida. Florida has excellent dove hunting opportunities with mourning dove, white-winged dove, and Eurasian collared dove all available. The season begins September 1.
HIP Required
Dove Season Open
Woodcock Season
2026 Permit Quick Facts
Verified 2026
State Fee
$17.00
Florida hunting license + HIP registration required.
Non-Resident
$151.50
Hunting license + HIP
Daily Bag Limit
15 doves (mourning + white-winged combined); unlimited Eurasian collared
Federal maximum
HIP Required
Yes (Free)
Complete at license agent
Season Dates
2026 Migratory Bird Season in Florida
Sept 1 – Oct 30 (early); Nov–Jan (regular) depending on zone
Season dates are set annually by USFWS. Always confirm current dates with Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Step-by-Step
How to Get Licensed for Dove Hunting in Florida
1
Purchase a Florida Hunting License
A valid state hunting license is required for all migratory bird hunting. An additional state migratory bird fee of $17.00 applies. Purchase through Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation 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 doves (mourning + white-winged combined); unlimited Eurasian collared. Sept 1 – Oct 30 (early); Nov–Jan (regular) depending on zone Always confirm current season dates with Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission before hunting.
Requirements
Florida Migratory Bird Requirements
Florida hunting license + HIP. Nontoxic shot required on WMAs.
Important Notes
Florida-Specific Information
Eurasian collared dove may be taken year-round without a license if not used as legal dove.
Source: Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (myfwc.com).
Requirements verified 2026. Season dates are set annually — always confirm with Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission and USFWS before hunting.