Dove & Migratory Birds

Oregon Dove & Migratory
Bird Permits 2026

Complete requirements for hunting doves, woodcock, snipe, and other migratory birds in Oregon. Oregon has mourning dove and band-tailed pigeon hunting. Licensing and HIP registration are required.

HIP Required Dove Season Open

2026 Permit Quick Facts Verified 2026

State Fee

$44.00

Hunting license covers dove; HIP free; band-tailed pigeon requires separate permit.

Non-Resident

$111.50

Hunting license + HIP

Daily Bag Limit

15 mourning doves; 3 band-tailed pigeons (with permit)

Federal maximum

HIP Required

Yes (Free)

Complete at license agent

Season Dates

2026 Migratory Bird Season in Oregon

Dove: Sept 1 – Nov 30; Band-tailed pigeon: Sept–Oct

Season dates are set annually by USFWS. Always confirm current dates with Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife.

Step-by-Step

How to Get Licensed for Dove Hunting in Oregon

Purchase a Oregon Hunting License

A valid state hunting license is required for all migratory bird hunting. An additional state migratory bird fee of $44.00 applies. Purchase through Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife online or at an authorized license agent.

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.

Check Season Dates & Bag Limits

Dove season dates are set annually by USFWS. Daily bag limit: 15 mourning doves; 3 band-tailed pigeons (with permit). Dove: Sept 1 – Nov 30; Band-tailed pigeon: Sept–Oct Always confirm current season dates with Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife before hunting.

Requirements

Oregon Migratory Bird Requirements

Oregon hunting license + HIP; band-tailed pigeon requires separate federal permit.

Important Notes

Oregon-Specific Information

Band-tailed pigeon requires a separate federal permit from USFWS.

Source: Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife (www.dfw.state.or.us). Requirements verified 2026. Season dates are set annually — always confirm with Oregon Dept. of Fish & Wildlife and USFWS before hunting.

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