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Who Must Have a Hunting License?

Iowa residents 16 years of age and older, and all non-residents regardless of age, must carry a valid hunting license and all required stamps while hunting. They also must have paid all applicable fees.

Iowa residents 15 years of age and younger do not need a license to hunt, but they must:

  • Successfully complete an approved hunter education course and…
  • Be accompanied by a licensed hunter at least 18 years of age.

Iowa residents under 12 years of age may be issued licenses to hunt deer and turkey, but they must:

  • Successfully complete an approved hunter education course and…
  • Be accompanied by a licensed hunter at least 18 years of age when hunting.
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