In Oklahoma, due to state regulations and hunting laws, anyone age 10–30 (unless under 30 and using an apprentice license with a certified adult) must complete hunter education before buying a hunting license.
Follow these straightforward steps to obtain a Oklahoma hunting license:
- Step 1: Complete a Hunter Education Certification course and obtain a state-issued Hunter Education Card
- Step 2: Select your license type
- Step 3: Buy your Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation license through an online purchase or in-person through a licensed agent.
Oklahoma Hunter Education Certification
How do I get my Hunter Education Certificate (Card)
You have 3 options to complete your hunter education requirements to hunt in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation presents the first two options. The last option through HunterSafetyUSA, is the fastest option & can be used to hunt across the US.
- Complete an in-person 8-hour course.
- A 4-hour online course is available to Oklahoma residents 10 years or older. Students under the age of 10 may attend a hunter education class, but will not be allowed to take the test or get a card.
- Or complete our 3-hour online-only, all-video-based Hunter Education Course (Adults 17 and older only). We are an International Hunter Education Association (IHEA) and Texas Parks & Wildlife (TPWD) approved provider. The IHEA & TPWD Hunter Education Card you will receive after our course is valid for life and is accepted in all 50 US States and any additional territories or countries that share reciprocity with the IHEA. No in-person requirements are required for our course.
What makes our course the best?
Skip having to attend an in-person field-day course with our 3 hour interactive Hunter Safety course.
We provide all the resources to get you fully certified online with our IHEA approved course. Your TPWD issued permanent hunter education certificate (card) can be used to purchase your hunting license in all 50 US States, Mexico and Canada (including in Oklahoma from the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation).
After completing the HunteSafetyUSA course and passing the final exam, you’ll receive your temporary Hunter Education Certificate.
We submit your course results to TPWD. They will issue and email you your permanent Hunter Education Certificate (Card) in 24 hours (this can take 3-4 days when completed outside of hunting season, April-July); however, when taken during peak hunting season, August-March, it's processed in 24 hours. This is valid for use in all 50 U.S. states (including Oklahoma), Mexico, Canada, and any other country or U.S. territory that has reciprocity with IHEA-USA & State Issued Hunter Education Certificates.
Select Your Hunting License in Oklahoma
Oklahoma offers a variety of hunting licenses with specific license requirements for different age groups, residency statuses, nonresidents, and hunting preferences. Below is an overview of the primary license types available:
Resident Hunting Licenses
- Annual Hunting License: Required for residents aged 18 and older to hunt game animals.
- Annual Combination Hunting & Fishing License: Allows residents to hunt and fish throughout the state.
- 3-Year Combination Hunting & Fishing License: Provides extended validity for both hunting and fishing activities.
- Youth Annual Super Hunting License: Available for residents under 18, this license covers all game species and seasons that require a hunting license, including deer, turkey, waterfowl, elk, bear, antelope, furbearers, and trapping.
- Disability 5-Year Combination License: For residents receiving disability benefits, offering hunting and fishing privileges over a five-year period.
- Lifetime Licenses: Oklahoma offers various lifetime licenses for residents, including:
- Lifetime Hunting License
- Lifetime Combination Hunting & Fishing License
- Senior Citizen Lifetime Licenses
- Disabled Veteran Lifetime Licenses
Non-Resident Hunting Licenses
- Annual Hunting License: Required for non-residents aged 18 and older to hunt in Oklahoma.
- 5-Day Hunting License: Short-term license for non-residents; note that it is not valid for big game, turkey, or waterfowl.
- Youth Annual Super Hunting License: For non-residents under 18, covering all game species and seasons requiring a hunting license.
- Youth 5-Day Super Hunting License: Short-term option for non-resident youth hunters.
Youth Licenses & Requirements
- Youth Annual Super Hunting License: Designed for hunters under 18, this license simplifies access by covering all necessary game species and seasons. It eliminates the need for multiple licenses for different species or methods.
- Apprentice Designated Hunting License: Available for youth under 10 years old, allowing them to hunt under the direct supervision of a licensed adult without completing a hunter education course initially.
Senior Licenses & Discounts
- Senior Citizen Lifetime Licenses: Available to residents who meet age requirements, offering lifetime hunting or combination hunting and fishing privileges.
Lifetime Licenses (Residents Only)
- Lifetime Hunting License: Provides residents with hunting privileges for life.
- Lifetime Combination Hunting & Fishing License: Grants lifetime hunting and fishing rights to residents.
- Senior Citizen Lifetime Licenses: Tailored for senior residents, offering lifetime benefits.
- Disabled Veteran Lifetime Licenses: Available to qualifying disabled veterans residing in Oklahoma.
Disability & Military Licenses
- Disability 5-Year Combination License: For residents receiving disability benefits, valid for five years.
- Disabled Veteran Lifetime Licenses: Offered to resident veterans with qualifying disabilities.
Required Endorsements & Tags
In addition to base licenses, certain species and hunting methods require specific endorsements or permits due to various regulations and associated fees:
- Deer Permits: Separate permits are needed for archery, muzzleloader, and gun seasons.
- Elk, Antelope, Bear, and Turkey Permits: Specific permits are required for each of these species.
- Waterfowl Hunting:
- Oklahoma Waterfowl License: Required for hunting waterfowl in the state.
- Federal Duck Stamp: Mandatory for all waterfowl hunters aged 16 and older.
- Harvest Information Program (HIP) Permit: Required for hunting migratory birds.
- Sandhill Crane Permit: Necessary for hunting sandhill cranes.
- Land Access Permit: Required for accessing certain Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) and properties enrolled in the Oklahoma Land Access Program (OLAP).
Where to buy your Oklahoma Hunting License
To hunt in Oklahoma, you can purchase your license either online through the Go Outdoors Oklahoma platform or in person through a licensed agent, all listed here.
Below are some suggested authorized in-person hunting license agents in the state of Oklahoma:
- Walmart Supercenter – Oklahoma City, OK Address: 6100 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73127 Phone: (405) 495-1881
- Bass Pro Shops – Broken Arrow, OK Address: 101 Bass Pro Dr, Broken Arrow, OK 74012 Phone: (918) 355-7600
- Academy Sports + Outdoors – Tulsa, OK Address: 7850 S 107th E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74133 Phone: (918) 249-5700
- Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation Headquarters – Oklahoma City, OK Address: 1801 N Lincoln Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73105 Phone: (405) 521-3851
- Walmart Supercenter – Norman, OK Address: 333 N Interstate Dr, Norman, OK 73069 Phone: (405) 329-4000
FAQs
Can you take a hunter safety course online in Oklahoma?
Yes, our online hunter's education course is fully online & only 3 hours long. It covers essential hunter safety education topics, making it one of the most efficient ways to fulfill your requirements.
How early should I sign up for the course before the hunting season?
Ideally, take your course by summer so you don’t miss out during the license purchase rush in late summer and fall.
Will the Texas Hunter Education Card (Certificate) be accepted in Oklahoma?
Yes, the permanent Texas Parks & Wildlife Hunter Education Card (Certification) is recognized by all other states and provinces with mandatory hunter education requirements due to reciprocity agreements with the International Hunter Education Association (IHEA).
Do you need a hunter safety course to hunt in Oklahoma?
You have 3 options to complete your hunter education requirements to hunt in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation presents the first two options. The last option through HunterSafetyUSA, is the fastest option & can be used to hunt across the US.
- Complete an in-person 8-hour course.
- A 4-hour online course is available to Oklahoma residents 10 years or older. Students under the age of 10 may attend a hunter education class, but will not be allowed to take the test or get a card.
- Or complete our 3-hour online-only, all-video-based Hunter Education Course (Adults 17 and older only). We are an International Hunter Education Association (IHEA) and Texas Parks & Wildlife (TPWD) approved provider. The IHEA & TPWD Hunter Education Card you will receive after our course is valid for life and is accepted in all 50 US States and any additional territories or countries that share reciprocity with the IHEA. No in-person requirements are required for our course.