TAX & LICENSE / HUNTING & FISHING LICENSES

Louisiana

Residents and non-residents of Louisiana are required to purchase the appropriate licenses to hunt and fish on public land and waters. Children under 15 years of age can fish without a license, although a youth hunting license is required for those less than 17 years old. Lifetime licenses are also available. Senior licenses are available for free or at a reduced rate depending upon age. Licenses are available from a wide variety of vendors statewide or online. For complete information, contact:

Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries
225-765-2800
https://www.wlf.louisiana.gov

Mississippi

Hunting Licenses
All persons born on or after January 1, 1972, must satisfactorily complete a hunter education course approved by the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks before purchasing a Mississippi hunting license. Each resident of the State of Mississippi ages sixteen through sixty-four, must obtain a hunting license, except while hunting on lands titled in his name.

Fishing Licenses
Each resident of the State of Mississippi ages sixteen through sixty-four, fishing in the fresh or marine waters of Mississippi, including lakes and reservoirs but not to include privately owned ponds and streams, shall be required to buy a fishing license.

Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks
601-432-2400
https://www.mdwfp.com

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