Frequently Asked Questions

Hunters and Anglers that are 16 yrs or older are required to possess a license in Arkansas. See the AGFC Code of Regulations for additional information.

A resident is any person who physically inhabits a bona fide residence within Arkansas for at least 60 days and declares themselves a full-time resident of Arkansas. See the AGFC Code of Regulations for additional information and exceptions.

The collection of a Social Security Number is a requirement when purchasing fishing an hunting licenses mandated by Federal and State of Arkansas law for the purpose of child support collection. Once collected, your SSN will be securely hashed and not viewable in its original plaintext form by anyone including AGFC employees.

To prevent overcrowding on popular WMAs, the AGFC limits some hunting opportunities through a permit draw system. Lowering hunter numbers not only regulates harvest, it offers a better hunting experience for the hunters who draw the tags. 

If a user has the old version of the app, they can go to their app center and download the update. If the update is not visible, they can refresh the updates on an iPhone by tapping the screen and pulling down. If a user does not have the old app, they can download the new one in the Apple or Android app store.

When someone does not have cell phone service, they will be able to go through the same game check process. The game check will be logged on the device, and the app will automatically submit the game check when the device detects service.

When a user first updates or downloads the app they will be given the opportunity to allow location services. You must allow these services for certain features like weather conditions and location services to function properly.

To replace your card go to www.ilostmycard.com or call 1-800-830-2268.

AGFC guidebooks contain an interpretive summary of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission’s hunting and fishing regulations and covers only the regulations that most commonly affect hunters and anglers. It is not a legal document, and the official regulations of the Commission take precedence over this summary. The official Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Code of Regulations is available at www.agfc.com/code.

Option 1:

Immediately upon harvest and before moving your deer, you can check your game via the internet, through the new AGFC mobile app, or by phone at 833-289-2469.

  •  Click here to download the new AGFC app for your Android device.

  •  Click here to download the new AGFC app for your Apple device.

If you are using the AGFC mobile app to check game and are not connected to internet or cell service, you’ll receive a notice on your screen that your submission is pending upon validation. When your device returns to service or internet connection, you should sync your app by selecting the sync button. Once the submission goes through, you will receive your confirmation on the app screen, via email and in your app inbox.

Option 2:

Step 1:

  •  Immediately upon taking a deer (before moving it), fill out the appropriate deer tag from your license or in the guidebook and complete all information, except Check #, legibly and in ink (you may substitute a piece of paper for this tag). Fasten the tag to the ear or antler. The original tag must remain as attached to the deer until point of final storage.

Duplicate harvest information reflecting the name, address, species, sex, date taken and check confirmation number must remain with all portions until point of final storage, including while in transit. - Carcass ID Tag

  •  For deer harvested on private lands, use this deer zone map for zone numbers.

  •  For deer harvested on public lands, use this WMA Deer Zone Map for zone numbers.

Step 2:

  •  Call 833-289-2469, visit www.agfc.com or use the AGFC mobile app to check your deer within 12 hours of harvest.

  •  After checking game, record the check number on your tag.

  •  Entrails may be removed, but evidence of the animal’s sex must remain until checked. Deer may be quartered in the field, but the head must be kept within arm’s reach of all four quarters of the animal until checked.

  •  No deer/elk may be transported out of the CWD Management Zone without following these procedures.

  •  No big game animal may be transported across state lines before being checked unless normal travel routes require a hunter to cross a state line to check the animal.

  •  If you choose to give away all or a portion of your game after it has been checked, you must use a game transfer form.

Youth hunters no longer need a YCID. To hunt deer, turkey, or bear, create a free account and "purchase" the free deer tags or other relevant tags. Parent accounts can be linked to and manage these youth accounts.

To create a youth account and get started:

1. Go to https://ar-licensing.s3licensing.com/ and select "Create Account".
2. Follow the prompts to create the account.

Once the account is created or you have successfully logged into the account do the following to obtain your free tags.

1. Once the account is created, log in and select "Buy Licenses and Permits".
2. Make sure the correct child's account is selected. If not, select "Switch Account".
3. Scroll down to the hunting products tab to find the free deer tags or other relevant tags.
4. Select "Add to Cart" or select the name to read more details.
5. Select the cart icon in the top right corner of the screen.
6. Scroll through available donation options, fill in your contact details, view and/or agree to the terms and conditions, and then select "Complete Transaction".
7. The free tags should now be visible under "Licenses and game check".

Remember:

• Youths must be at least 6 years old to harvest and check big game.
• DO NOT CHECK THE ANIMAL UNDER THE MENTOR'S OR PARENT'S NAMES.
• For help on linking accounts refer to this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rporkLv4QWY
• For help on creating an account and signing in, watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Y9IVTDRuyQ