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Hunting Licences & Regulations

Your licence entitles you to hunt, and also represents your contribution to the ongoing protection, management and enhancement of our natural environments.

General hunting licence info

Fish & Game's game bird hunting licences are valid for use throughout New Zealand (except in the Chatham Islands).

Standard licence options

Every person who wants to go fresh water sports fishing or game bird hunting in New Zealand must first purchase a licence.

Where to buy your Licence

You can purchase your licence online anytime, but if you'd prefer to purchase instore, select a region below to find your nearest licence agent.

Hunting regulations

Species requiring a licence

The Wildlife Act 1953 defines species as wildlife declared to be game birds.

Habitat Stamp Request

You must carry your licence with you when hunting and present it if requested to by a Fish & Game Ranger.