Hunting License Utah - Steps to Buy in UT

David Harrison  ·  Updated on May 18, 2025

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Follow these straightforward steps to obtain a Utah hunting license:


UT Hunter Education Certification

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, and your hunter education certificate is accepted by Utah Division of Wildlife Resources for use in Utah for UT residents and non-residents alike.

After completing the Hunter Ed course and passing the final exam, you’ll receive your temporary Hunter Education Certificate.

We submit your course results to the state. The state will issue and email you your permanent Hunter Education Certificate (Card). This is valid for use in all 50 USA States (including Utah), Mexico, Canada, and any other country or US Territory that has reciprocity with IHEA-USA & State Issued Hunter Education Certificates.


Select Your Utah Hunting License

Utah offers a variety of hunting licenses for different age groups, residency statuses, and hunting preferences, and each type requires a specific application process.

Utah residents and non-residents age 17 or under may purchase a reduced-fee Basic Hunting License or Combination License, with additional fees applied for certain game hunts. Additional permits are required to hunt other game species. All hunters under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent, a legal guardian, or a responsible person age 21 or older.

Below is an overview of the primary license types available:​

Resident Licenses

A resident is a person who has lived in Utah for at least six months. All Utah residents must have the Basic Hunting License or the Combination License (Basic Hunting License and Basic Fishing License).

  • Basic Hunting License – Required for Utah residents aged 13 and older to hunt small game, including most waterfowl and upland game species.
  • Combination License – Includes both hunting and fishing privileges for residents aged 14 and older.
  • Dedicated Hunter Program – A three-year program for residents aged 12 and older that allows for extended deer hunting opportunities in exchange for conservation service hours.
  • Disabled Veteran License – Available to resident veterans with a service-connected disability; provides discounted hunting and combination licenses.
  • Senior License – Reduced-fee licenses available to residents aged 65 and older.

Non-Resident Licenses

All non-residents must comply with hunting laws by having the Basic Hunting License or the Combination License, which requires submission of an application.

  • Basic Hunting License – Required for non-residents aged 17 and older to hunt small game, including most waterfowl and upland game species.
  • Combination License – Includes both hunting and fishing privileges for non-residents aged 17 and older.
  • 3-Day Small Game License – Allows non-residents to hunt small game for three consecutive days.
  • Dedicated Hunter Program – Available to non-residents aged 12 and older; includes a 365-day fishing license and requires participation in conservation projects.

Youth Licenses & Requirements

  • Youth Hunting License – Available for residents and non-residents under age 18; allows hunting of small game species.
  • Youth Combination License – Includes both hunting and fishing privileges for individuals under age 18.
  • Hunter Education Requirement – All hunters born after December 31, 1965, must complete a state-approved hunter education course and submit an application before obtaining a hunting license.
  • Trial Hunting Program – Allows individuals aged 12 and older to try hunting under the supervision of a licensed adult hunter before completing a hunter education course.

Senior Licenses & Discounts

  • Senior Basic Hunting License – Reduced-fee license available to residents aged 65 and older; allows hunting of small game species.
  • Senior Combination License – Includes both hunting and fishing privileges at a reduced fee for residents aged 65 and older.

Lifetime Licenses

  • Lifetime Hunting and Fishing License – No longer issued as of March 1, 1994; existing holders can hunt and fish in Utah without purchasing annual licenses and receive a general-season deer permit each year upon completing an annual questionnaire.

Disability & Military Licenses

  • Disabled Veteran License – Available to resident veterans with a service-connected disability; provides discounted hunting and combination licenses.
  • Military Exemption – Active-duty military members stationed in Utah may purchase resident hunting licenses regardless of residency status.

Required Endorsements & Tags

  • Big Game Permits – Required in addition to a hunting license to hunt big game species such as deer, elk, moose, and bison; available through a drawing system.
  • Antlerless Permits – Required to hunt antlerless big game animals; available through a drawing system.
  • ​​​​​​​Bear and Cougar Permits – Required to hunt black bears and cougars; available through a drawing system.
  • Furbearer License – Required to hunt or trap furbearer species such as bobcats, beavers, and muskrats.
  • Migratory Game Bird Harvest Information Program (HIP) Registration – Required to hunt migratory game birds; hunters aged 16 and older must also possess a Federal Duck Stamp.
  • Turkey Permit Application – Required to hunt turkeys during the spring and fall seasons.

The application process for UT Hunting licenses ensures they are good for 365 days from the date of purchase.


Where to buy your Utah Hunting License

To hunt in Utah, you can purchase your license either online through the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) licensing platform or in person through a licensed agent, while ensuring your license application complies with all relevant hunting regulations. A comprehensive list of authorized in-person license agents is available here.

Below are some suggested authorized in-person hunting license agents in the state of Utah: