Dove & Migratory Birds
Nevada Dove & Migratory
Bird Permits 2026
Complete requirements for hunting doves, woodcock, snipe, and other migratory birds in Nevada. Nevada offers mourning and white-winged dove hunting, particularly in southern Nevada near agricultural areas.
HIP Required
Dove Season Open
2026 Permit Quick Facts
Verified 2026
State Fee
$40.00
Small game license covers dove; HIP free.
Non-Resident
$80.00
Hunting license + HIP
Daily Bag Limit
15 doves combined
Federal maximum
HIP Required
Yes (Free)
Complete at license agent
Season Dates
2026 Migratory Bird Season in Nevada
Sept 1 – Nov 30; white-winged dove Sept 1–15 in Zone 1
Season dates are set annually by USFWS. Always confirm current dates with Nevada Dept. of Wildlife.
Step-by-Step
How to Get Licensed for Dove Hunting in Nevada
1
Purchase a Nevada Hunting License
A valid state hunting license is required for all migratory bird hunting. An additional state migratory bird fee of $40.00 applies. Purchase through Nevada Dept. of Wildlife 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 combined. Sept 1 – Nov 30; white-winged dove Sept 1–15 in Zone 1 Always confirm current season dates with Nevada Dept. of Wildlife before hunting.
Requirements
Nevada Migratory Bird Requirements
Nevada small game license + HIP registration.
Source: Nevada Dept. of Wildlife (www.ndow.org).
Requirements verified 2026. Season dates are set annually — always confirm with Nevada Dept. of Wildlife and USFWS before hunting.