TAX & LICENSE / HUNTING & FISHING LICENSES

Virginia is known for its premier hunting and fishing opportunities, both freshwater and saltwater. Thousands of miles of streams and impoundment’s are stocked each year with fish that include striped bass, walleye, channel catfish, trout, northern pike and largemouth bass. Hunters will discover an abundance of small and large game as well. Virginia requires valid hunting and fishing licenses, which are both regulated by the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries or VDGIF. The department sets hunting seasons, bag limits, and license fees according to residency, the type of license and the duration of the license. The VDGIF provides information on seasonal hunting in the Virginia Hunting Guide and Hunting and Trapping in Virginia. The VDGIF also distributes information on fishing licenses, fishing regulations, and a freshwater fishing guide. For details, guides and current license fees, contact the VDGIF directly at:

Virginia Department of Game
& Inland Fisheries
804-367-1000
www.dgif.virginia.gov

Boating Education
804-367-1125
www.boat-ed.com/va

Hunter Education
877-HUNT-EDU
www.dgif.virginia.gov

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