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New Hampshire Hunting License (2026)

Restricted: New Hampshire requires a hunting license, and Hunter Education certification is required to buy a first hunting license (no birthdate cutoff).

RestrictedVerified Jun 18, 2026

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New Hampshire requires a hunting license, and Hunter Education certification is required to buy a first hunting license (no birthdate cutoff). Licenses are available through NH Fish and Game.

Official source: wildlife.nh.gov →

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Hunting License in states bordering New Hampshire

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

MaineRestricted
Maine requires a hunting license, and a hunter-education course is mandatory unless you previously held an adult firearms hunting license (any state, 1976 on). Licenses are available through MDIFW.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: maine.gov · Full Maine rule →
MassachusettsRestricted
Massachusetts requires a hunting license, and Basic Hunter Education is required to buy a first-ever license (no birthdate cutoff). Resident and nonresident licenses are available through MassWildlife.
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: mass.gov · Full Massachusetts rule →
VermontRestricted
Vermont requires a hunting license, and all first-time hunters must present a prior hunting license or certified hunter-safety card from any state/province (no birthdate cutoff).
Verified Jun 18, 2026 · Source: vtfishandwildlife.com · Full Vermont rule →

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