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Hunting and Fishing Licenses

Hunting Licenses

A valid hunting license is required for Alabama residents between the ages of 16 and 64. Non-residents 16 years and older are required to purchase a hunting license. Hunting licenses are renewed annually. The Hunter Education Certificate will be required for all hunters born on or after August 1, 1977, unless hunting under the “supervision required” license. For additional information on hunter education requirements in Alabama, visit Outdoor Alabama.

Alabama residents 65 years of age and older are exempt from purchasing hunting licenses (exceptions: Bait Privilege, Fur Catcher, Federal Duck Stamp, HIP (Harvest Information Program) decal). Residents must have their Alabama driver’s license, Alabama non-driver ID, or other proof of Alabama residency with them while hunting. All hunters, regardless of age, must have the Bait Privilege license if they plan to hunt white-tailed deer or feral swine with the aid of bait.

Alabama residents may also apply for and buy a lifetime hunting license, which requires no renewal.

 

Fishing Licenses

A valid fishing license is required for Alabama residents between the ages of 16 and 64 who fish with rod and reel or artificial bait. This license is also required to fish with a hook and line (cane pole) outside your county of legal residence. Alabama residents 65 years of age and over are exempt from buying fishing licenses provided the resident has on his/her person while fishing an Alabama driver’s license, Alabama non-driver ID, or proof of permanent Alabama residence and age. Fishing licenses must be renewed annually. Residents of Alabama may also apply for and buy lifetime fishing licenses, which require no renewal.

All non-residents 16 years of age and older must have a license to fish in the state of Alabama. This license is required for fishing in any public waters, regardless of tackle used. Non-residents can also obtain a freshwater or saltwater fishing trip license good for seven (7) consecutive days.

 

Hunting & Fishing License Fees

Fees vary according to the type of license purchased. For hunting and fishing license price information, visit MyOutdoorAlabama.

 

Alabama Residency Requirements for Hunting & Fishing Licenses

You must present a valid Alabama driver’s license or non-driver ID as proof of residency. If you do not have an Alabama driver’s license or non-driver identification card, additional information will be required. You must be an Alabama resident for more than 90 days to be eligible to purchase resident licenses.

Qualifying military service members (and certain family members) and non-resident, full-time university students may also qualify for resident licenses (with restrictions).

For specific hunting and fishing license residency requirements, please visit Outdoor Alabama or contact our office at (205) 464-8233 or businesslicense@tuscco.com.

 

Where to Purchase Hunting & Fishing Licenses

Most hunting and fishing licenses may be purchased in person at any Tuscaloosa County License Commission office, as well as at Department of Conservation District Offices and its license agents. Customers may also obtain licenses online at MyOutdoorAlabama or through the Outdoor Alabama mobile app.

Disclaimer: This information is not all-inclusive and is only meant to provide general information regarding licensing and registration requirements in Tuscaloosa County. Please note that changes in the law and directives from the Alabama Department of Revenue can alter, negate, or compound the requirements contained herein.

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About Susan Jones

As the Tax Collector of Tuscaloosa County, I, Susan Jones and my staff would like to welcome you to the Tuscaloosa County website. We are here to serve the property owners and citizens of Tuscaloosa County. We are very proud of our county and feel that it is our people who make this a wonderful place to live. Thank you for visiting our website and allowing us to serve your needs as it relates to the Tax Collectors Office.

Our goal is to provide you with personalized service and to constantly improve and enhance this site to bring more services to you via the internet. Our office is dedicated to providing professional, efficient and convenient services to the taxpayers of Tuscaloosa County. Our office is responsible for collecting taxes based on each parcel’s assessment and disbursing it to the various agencies. This service is designed to offer you the following:

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About Leigh Ann Fair

Leigh Ann Fair is a Tuscaloosa County native and grew up in Northport. She graduated from Tuscaloosa County High School and The University of Alabama. Leigh Ann resides in Ralph with her husband, Kevin and their two rescue pets.

Leigh Ann began working in the Tax Assessor’s Office in 2003 and served for 16 years before being elected Tax Assessor in 2018. In addition to overseeing the Tax Assessor’s Office, Leigh Ann is also a senior instructor for Auburn’s Government and Economic Development Institute. After receiving her Alabama Certified Appraiser certification, in 2010, she knew instructing would be a way to assist others in reaching their goals of being a certified business personal property appraiser. Leigh Ann continues to maintain a desire to learn and, in 2022, earned the designation of Alabama Certified Tax Administrator.

Professional/community involvements include being an active member of the Association of Alabama Tax Administrators, active member, past president, and Honorary Lifetime Member recipient, of the Alabama Association of Assessing Officials, 2021 Leadership Tuscaloosa Graduate, active member and past president of Kiwanis Club of Greater Tuscaloosa and active member, former hospitality chairperson at The Word Community Church.