Texas hunting, fishing licenses for 2026-27 season on sale now

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department reminded Central Texas residents that hunting and fishing licenses for the 2026-27 season are now available. Current-year Texas hunting and fishing licenses will expire at the end of August, unless buyers purchased the “Year-From Purchase All-Water Fishing Package,” which grants an exemption. TPWD also announced new identification verification rules for license purchases, aimed at combating residency fraud; more details are posted on a dedicated FAQ page. Licenses can be bought online or via the Outdoor Annual mobile app. TPWD says the app works without an internet connection and provides up-to-date regulations. Frequent buyers can use an expedited checkout to repurchase past licenses.