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Nonresident deer hunting applications now open

Nonresident deer hunting applications now open

By Iowa Department of Natural Resources

Applications opened May 4 for Iowa nonresident deer hunting tags and licenses. The process will close June 2 at midnight.

Preference point purchases and applications are no longer available by phone and only will be accessible online.

To apply, click here.

To access the application, click login or enroll now, then select “nonresident deer/turkey tag” to apply. To purchase preference points and licenses after applying, click the banner with that title.

Benefits of new license system features

While phone applications will not be available this season, these new features make the online application easier to navigate:
• Document upload feature: Upload your hunter safety certificate directly to your account.
• Streamlined purchasing process: Buy your deer tags and licenses in fewer steps.
• Improved accessibility: Check preference points and award status easily online.

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