Permits and Commercial Licenses
Are you looking to buy an Indiana hunting, trapping or fishing license? Purchase your Indiana license.
All license and permit applications must be downloaded to your computer, printed, filled out, and mailed to Fish & Wildlife (see address below). Permit Applications (if there is no fee required) and annual reports may also be emailed to: wildlifepermits@dnr.IN.gov
| License or Permit | Application | Regulations | Report Form | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquaculture Permit (including grass carp) | N/A | View | ||
| Aquaculture Pre-Entry Permit (BOAH) | N/A | View | ||
| Aquatic Vegetation Control Permit (Application) | N/A | |||
| Aquatic Vegetation Control Permit (Reporting) | ||||
| Bait Dealer's License | ||||
| Commercial Fishing Licenses | N/A | |||
| Deer Processing (Commercial) | ||||
| Dog Training Ground Permit | N/A | |||
| Falconry License | N/A | |||
| Field Trial Permit | N/A | PDF, PDF | ||
| Fish Hauler & Supplier Permit | ||||
| Fish Importation Permit | N/A | |||
| Fish Stocking Permit | PDF Word | View | ||
| Fishing Tournament Permit (State Park & Reservoir Properties) | Application | View | ||
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Fishing Tournament Permit on Public Waters: Lake Wawasee/Syracuse and Sylvan Lake | Online | View | ||
| Fishing Guide License | Lake Michigan Fishing Guide Monthly Report Inland Fishing Guide Monthly Report | |||
| Fur Buyer’s License | ||||
| Game Breeder's License | ||||
| Hunting Guide License | ||||
| Special Permit for Disabled Hunting | N/A | |||
| Nuisance Wild Animal Control Permit | ||||
| Passenger-for-Hire Watercraft | ||||
| Special Purpose Salvage Permit | ||||
| Scientific Purposes License | View | |||
| Shooting Preserve License | ||||
| Special Purpose Educational Permit | ||||
| Taxidermy License | N/A | |||
| Wild Animal Possession Permit | ||||
| Wild Animal Rehabilitation Permit |
Other permits and licenses
- Licensed Fishing Guides
- Wildlife Rehabilitators
- Licensed Taxidermists
- Fur Buyers
- Commercial Deer Processors
- Permits Required by the Division of Water
If you have any questions about these forms, please call 317-232-4102. After printing and filling out the application form, mail it with any applicable fees to:
Division of Fish and Wildlife
Permit Coordinator
402 W. Washington St., W273
Indianapolis, IN 46204