TAX & LICENSE / HUNTING & FISHING LICENSE

Hunting & Fishing License

Hunting and fishing licenses are required by Georgia law, although a free Honorary Sportsman’s License is available to Georgia residents age 65 and older. Lifetime licenses are also an option, covering hunting and fishing privileges in Georgia (with the exception of a Federal Duck Stamp) for a lifetime. Applications for these licenses must be mailed in or delivered to one of the Georgia Wildlife Resources offices. Residents and non-residents born on or after January 1, 1961 must successfully complete a hunter education course prior to purchasing a season hunting license. Licenses can be purchased at thousands of retail dealers across the state. They can also be purchased through a toll-free telephone service or online.

Watercraft Registration

Boat registration applications are available from any Wildlife Resources Division office or from most boat dealers, hardware stores, sporting goods stores, or marinas. The temporary certificate on the registration form allows you to operate your boat until you receive your permanent certificate and decal by mail.

Georgia Wildlife Resources
License & Boat Registration
800-366-2661
https://georgiawildlife.com/

Online License Service
https://georgiawildlife.com/

Telephone License Service
800-366-2661

Metro Atlanta Wildlife Resources Division
General Information
770-918-6400
Fisheries Management
770-918-6406
Game Management
770-918-6404
Nongame Conservation
770-761-3035
https://georgiawildlife.com/