Dove & Migratory Birds
North Dakota Dove & Migratory
Bird Permits 2026
Complete requirements for hunting doves, woodcock, snipe, and other migratory birds in North Dakota. North Dakota offers mourning dove hunting in the Central Flyway.
HIP Required
Dove Season Open
2026 Permit Quick Facts
Verified 2026
State Fee
$15.00
Small game license + HIP required.
Non-Resident
$60.00
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 North Dakota
Sept 1 – Nov 30
Season dates are set annually by USFWS. Always confirm current dates with North Dakota Game & Fish Dept..
Step-by-Step
How to Get Licensed for Dove Hunting in North Dakota
1
Purchase a North Dakota Hunting License
A valid state hunting license is required for all migratory bird hunting. An additional state migratory bird fee of $15.00 applies. Purchase through North Dakota Game & Fish Dept. 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 – Nov 30 Always confirm current season dates with North Dakota Game & Fish Dept. before hunting.
Requirements
North Dakota Migratory Bird Requirements
North Dakota small game license + HIP registration.
Source: North Dakota Game & Fish Dept. (gf.nd.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Season dates are set annually — always confirm with North Dakota Game & Fish Dept. and USFWS before hunting.