How to apply in Texas

Every hunter (including out-of-state hunters) born on or after Sept. 2, 1971, must successfully complete a Hunter Education Course.

Age 17 and over: You must successfully complete a hunter education course; or purchase a "Hunter Education Deferral" and be accompanied.

Proof of certification or deferral is required to be on your person while hunting. Certification is not required to purchase a hunting license.

US Forest Service Deer Permits: These hunt categories have no application fees. A current Annual Public Hunting Permit is required for applicants age 17 and older to apply.

Adult application fees are $3 per adult, except Private Lands and Guided Hunt categories, which are $10.

None: Loyalty Points cannot be purchased; you receive 1 point once you have applied in a category (one per category per season).

None: there are no residency restrictions; Texas residents, U.S. residents and nonresidents can apply.

When applying as a group, Loyalty Points will be averaged for everyone on the application.

Email: winners are notified by email and receive permits by email; they have 10 days to claim the permit online. Status online (Check Status) in the Texas Public Hunt System.

Secondary draw and standby permits; each hunt category has a printed Secondary Permit Deadline (Drawn Hunt Deadlines page).

Adult application fees are $3 per adult, except Private Lands and Guided Hunt categories, which are $10.