Dove & Migratory Birds
Kansas Dove & Migratory
Bird Permits 2026
Complete requirements for hunting doves, woodcock, snipe, and other migratory birds in Kansas. Kansas is a top dove hunting state in the Central Management Unit, offering excellent habitat in sunflower and milo fields.
HIP Required
Dove Season Open
2026 Permit Quick Facts
Verified 2026
State Fee
$27.50
Small game license covers dove; HIP free.
Non-Resident
$97.50
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 Kansas
Sept 1 – Oct 30 and Nov 4 – Jan 12
Season dates are set annually by USFWS. Always confirm current dates with Kansas Dept. of Wildlife & Parks.
Step-by-Step
How to Get Licensed for Dove Hunting in Kansas
1
Purchase a Kansas Hunting License
A valid state hunting license is required for all migratory bird hunting. An additional state migratory bird fee of $27.50 applies. Purchase through Kansas Dept. of Wildlife & Parks 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. Sept 1 – Oct 30 and Nov 4 – Jan 12 Always confirm current season dates with Kansas Dept. of Wildlife & Parks before hunting.
Requirements
Kansas Migratory Bird Requirements
Kansas small game license + HIP registration.
Source: Kansas Dept. of Wildlife & Parks (ksoutdoors.com).
Requirements verified 2026. Season dates are set annually - always confirm with Kansas Dept. of Wildlife & Parks and USFWS before hunting.