How to Apply for a License
We have four convenient ways for you to purchase your hunting and fishing licenses:
Order Your Hunting or Fishing License ONLINE
http://www.wildlifelicense.com/md/
Maryland sportsmen, we heard you! We are happy to announce that you may now purchase a hunting or fishing license online 24/7.
Order Your Hunting or Fishing License by Phone
1-800-918-2870
You may purchase a hunting or fishing license by making a phone call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call toll-free: 1-800-918-2870.
In Person
Locate A Local License Agent
We have over 350 license agents throughout the state. You can search by region, county and by city to find the agent closest to you. Many have extended and weekend hours to serve your needs.
Locate a Regional DNR Service Center
By Mail
Order Your Hunting or Fishing License by Mail
You may download applications for fishing, hunting and boating licenses, you may the DNR Forms website. You will need to have the free Adobe Acrobat software to view and print your application.
All applications should be mailed to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Service Center in your area, along with a check for the applicable fees. (No cash please).
Or mail to main office:
Maryland Dept. of Natural resources
Annapolis Service Center
P.O. Box 1869
1804 West Street, Suite 300
Annapolis, MD 21401
We have two convenient ways for you to register your vessel
In Person at a Regional DNR Service Center
Locate a Regional DNR Service Center
By Mail
Order Your Hunting or Fishing License by Mail
You may download applications boating licenses the DNR Forms website. You will need to have the free Adobe Acrobat software to view and print your application.
All applications should be mailed to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Service Center in your area, along with a check for the applicable fees. (No cash please).
Or mail to main office:
Maryland Dept. of Natural resources
Annapolis Service Center
P.O. Box 1869
1804 West Street, Suite 300
Annapolis, MD 21401
Download & Print Applications:
Fishing License Application
Commercial Fishing Information
Hunting License Application & Instructions
Boat Registration Application
Instructions for Boater Registration
DNR Forms and Application Download Central
Our new forms & applications section has a number of downloads available to make your life easier. Everything from the striped bass survey form to a permit to hunt from a vehicle can all be accessed and printed out from your home or office.
Contact Us
We are always looking for new, better and more efficient ways to serve our customers and welcome any suggestions you may have. Should you have any suggestions please email us, or call 410-260-3220 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Monday through Friday, excluding State Holidays.
