How to Buy Licenses and Permits

Getting a License Online

All Kentucky hunting and fishing licenses and permits can be purchased through the secured Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Online License Sales site. Replacement licenses can be printed online for free.

Licenses or permits purchased online must be paid for with a Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover card, or a Kentucky Fish and Wildlife gift certificate. Gift certificates are sold online here.

Those who purchase licenses or permits online will not be mailed a paper license or permit but will receive an authorization number. The authorization number, or a printed copy of the license or permit, and a photo ID must be carried in the field while hunting or fishing.

Purchase a License or Permit

Must use Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or a Fish and Wildlife Gift Certificate.
Must provide name, address, date of birth, and Social Security number.
Must carry proof of license/permit authorization number or printed copy, plus photo ID, while hunting or fishing.
Will not receive a paper license/permit in the mail.

Getting a License In Person

Licenses and permits can be purchased throughout the state at about 900 locations, including country stores, some county clerk's offices, local hunting and fishing businesses, and chain stores that sell outdoor sporting goods. License agent locations are listed in our Find a License Agent Locations Application .

Purchase a Fish and Wildlife Gift Certificate Online!

Online Gift Certificates may be purchased in any amount and are valid for up to 5 years from the date of purchase. They can only be redeemed on our website and may be used for licenses and permits, Kentucky Afield magazine subscriptions, Otter Creek Outdoor Recreation Area passes, and Summer Camp registration fees.