Kentucky Hunting Tags, Stamps & Permits
Species tags, migratory bird stamps, big-game permits, and habitat fees required in Kentucky (20 listed).
Before you buy: Most species tags and stamps are add-ons to a base Kentucky hunting license. Waterfowl hunters aged 16 and older also need a Federal Duck Stamp (required in every state) and state HIP registration where applicable.
| Tag / Stamp / Permit | Residency | Fee | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Permit (four deer) | Resident | $37.00 | — | Official |
| Deer Permit (four deer) | Non-resident | $248.40 | — | Official |
| Youth Deer Permit (ages 12-15) | Resident | $10.57 | Four deer | Official |
| Youth Deer Permit (ages 12-15) | Non-resident | $15.86 | Four deer | Official |
| Additional Deer Permit (two deer) | Resident & Non-resident | $15.86 | — | Official |
| Spring Turkey Permit (two turkeys) | Resident | $31.71 | — | Official |
| Spring Turkey Permit (two turkeys) | Non-resident | $116.27 | — | Official |
| Fall Turkey Permit (two turkeys) | Resident | $31.71 | — | Official |
| Fall Turkey Permit (two turkeys) | Non-resident | $116.27 | — | Official |
| Youth Turkey Permit (ages 12-15) | Resident & Non-resident | $10.57 | One turkey spring or fall | Official |
| Migratory Bird/Waterfowl Permit | Resident & Non-resident | $15.86 | — | Official |
| Federal Duck Stamp | Resident & Non-resident | $25.00 | Sold at post offices and online | Official |
| Elk Quota Bull Permit (if drawn) | Resident | $105.70 | Application fee 10.00 both | Official |
| Elk Quota Bull Permit (if drawn) | Non-resident | $581.35 | — | Official |
| Elk Quota Cow Permit (if drawn) | Resident | $63.42 | — | Official |
| Elk Quota Cow Permit (if drawn) | Non-resident | $422.80 | — | Official |
| Bear Permit | Resident | $31.71 | — | Official |
| Bear Permit | Non-resident | $264.25 | — | Official |
| Bobcat Permit (online only) | Resident & Non-resident | $10.57 | — | Official |
| Land Between the Lakes Hunt Permit | Resident & Non-resident | $25.00 | — | Official |