New York Hunting Tags, Stamps & Permits
Species tags, migratory bird stamps, big-game permits, and habitat fees required in New York (7 listed).
Before you buy: Most species tags and stamps are add-ons to a base New York 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey Permit | Resident | $10.00 | Requires annual hunting license; NR fee 20.00 | Official |
| Turkey Permit | Non-resident | $20.00 | Requires annual hunting license | Official |
| Federal Duck Stamp | Resident & Non-resident | $25.00 | Valid July 1 to June 30. | Official |
| Deer Management Permit | Resident & Non-resident | $10.00 | Free for ages 12-15; free for holders of pre-Oct 2009 lifetime licenses | Official |
| Hunter Disability Permit | Resident & Non-resident | Free ($0.00) | Specialized equipment permit; separate application | Official |
| Harvest Information Program (HIP) registration | Resident & Non-resident | Free ($0.00) | No fee for residents and non-residents. Register online through DECALS or by phone at 1-866-933-2257; HIP number must be carried. Registration is state-specific, so non-residents must register in NY even if registered in another state. Official DEC pages list conflicting validity dates (August 1 to July 30 vs July 1 to June 30); confirm current dates on the official site. | Official |
| Special permit to hunt waterfowl (opening weekend lottery at Oak Orchard and Tonawanda WMAs) | Resident & Non-resident | Not shown | Not required to hunt waterfowl statewide. Applies only to the opening weekend of the Western Zone duck season at Tonawanda (about 100/day) and Oak Orchard (about 50/day) WMAs; online entry required. | Official |