Wildlife Licensing Unit is not yet accepting applications for the 2024/25 deer hunting season. The date for applying for such licences will be announced in the coming weeks.
Any applications received for the 2024/25 season will be returned to the applicant.
Note: Licences are issued on an annual basis and cover the period from 1 August to 31 July. All Wild Deer Open Season dates must be adhered to. Open Seasons dates can be found at the following LINK
Note: If you are a first time applicant you must provide proof of completion of deer hunting certified training from one of the nationally approved training bodies or the equivalent proof from your Country of residence. Further details on this requirement can be found in our mandatory certification documents.
Contact details: deerlicences@npws.gov.ie