Turkey Tags
Virginia Turkey Tags
2026
Complete guide to wild turkey tag requirements in Virginia - spring and fall season fees, bird limits, requirements, and where to buy your turkey tags online. Virginia has excellent Eastern wild turkey hunting throughout the state. Tags are included with the resident hunting license. The Blue Ridge Mountains and western Virginia produce some of the finest turkey hunting in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Spring Season Open
Fall Season Open
2026 Turkey Tag Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Spring Tag (Resident)
See agency
Contact agency for fees
Spring Tag (Nonresident)
$45
per spring turkey tag
Spring Birds (Max)
3
birds per spring season
Fall Season
Open
See agency for fees
Season Fees
Virginia Turkey Tag Fee Breakdown
Spring Turkey Season
Nonresident Tag$45.00
Bag Limit3 birds
Fall Turkey Season
Bag Limit1 bird
Tag included with resident hunting license
Step-by-Step
How to Get Your Virginia Turkey Tag
Follow these steps to purchase and properly use your Virginia turkey tag for the 2026 season.
1
Purchase Your Base Hunting License
A valid Virginia hunting license is required before purchasing turkey tags. Residents and nonresidents must purchase the appropriate base license. Buy online at the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources website or at a licensed sporting goods retailer.
2
Purchase Your Turkey Tag(s)
Purchase your Virginia turkey tag from Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources online or at a licensed agent. Nonresident spring tags are $45. Purchase online →
3
Review Season Regulations
Check Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources's current turkey hunting regulations for season dates, legal shooting hours, legal equipment, calling restrictions, and zone-specific rules. Virginia has a spring turkey season and a fall turkey season. Virginia hunting license required.
4
Tag Your Harvest Immediately
Upon harvesting a turkey, you must immediately fill out and attach your tag to the bird before moving it. Keep your license and tag on your person at all times while hunting. Record the required information (date, county/zone) as specified on your tag.
Requirements
Virginia Turkey Tag Requirements
Virginia hunting license required.
Important Notes
Virginia-Specific Turkey Information
Spring season runs late April–May; fall archery/firearm season available.
Source: Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (dwr.virginia.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and season dates directly with Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources before hunting.