Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG)
Online Fishing/Hunting Licensing
Frequently Asked Questions
Table of Content
  1. Do I need a printer to purchase a license online?
  2. When will I receive my license after I complete my transaction online?
  3. Is the GreatLodge website secure for credit card transactions?
  4. Does the GreatLodge website offer resident and nonresident fishing/hunting licenses?
  5. What do I do if I have completed the licensing transaction and I realize I have made a mistake?
  6. What type of payment does the online accept?
  7. Is there a transaction fee involved for purchasing licenses online?
  8. What are the contact numbers for the licensing questions at IDFG?
  9. What is the address for IDFG?
  10. What happens if I never receive my license order (i.e. perhaps it gets lost in the mail)?
  11. Am I able to exchange my elk tag for a tag in another zone after the transaction is complete?
  1. Do I need a printer to purchase a license online?
    • No. The license, permits, and tags you purchased online will be mailed to you. However, you may need a printer to print the temporary license (especially a short term one) and sales receipts though (We'll also send you a copy of the receipt through email if your email address is provided).

  2. When will I receive my license after I complete my transaction online?
    • Your Idaho order will be mailed the following business day after you complete your transaction. (i.e. If you complete your transaction on Monday, your order will be mailed on Tuesday. If you complete your order on Friday, your order will be mailed on Monday.)

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  3. Is the GreatLodge website secure for credit card transactions? Verisign Certified Secure Site
    • Yes, when a user begins to purchase a license in our licensing module, the browser and our server enter a secure connection through SSL (Secure Socket Layer). Throughout the entire process, all entered data (not only the credit card information, but all the personal information, as well as all license items selected for purchasing will be encrypted (40 or 128 bits, depending on the browser)). In the browser's Location/Address bar, the user should see "https" instead of "http". Also, a locked locker or will be shown in the Status bar at the bottom of the browser. VeriSign certifies the GreatLodge web site.

  4. Does the GreatLodge website offer resident and nonresident fishing/hunting licenses?
    • Yes. The first section of the licensing module is the "residency verification" section. If you are a Idaho resident, you will need to select the "resident". If you are not a Idaho resident, click on the "Non-Resident".

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  5. What do I do if I have completed the licensing transaction, and I realize I have made a mistake?
    • Email 44_IDlicensing@outdoorcentral.us stating the license number and state, name of the license holder and the information to be changed. You can also contact IDFG. The contact information is listed below.

  6. What type of payment does the online accept?
    • Visa Visa, Mastercard Master Card, Discover Discover, and American Express American Express

  7. Is there a transaction fee involved for purchasing licenses online?
    • Yes. The transaction fee is $3.50 plus 3% of subtotal all license prices.

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  8. What are the contact numbers for the licensing questions at IDFG?
  9. What is the address for IDFG?
    • The mailing address for general correspondence is:

      Idaho Department of Fish and Game Headquarters
      600 S. Walnut, P.O. Box 25, Boise, ID 83707
      Phone: (208) 334-3700
      Fax: (208) 334-2114 or (208) 334-2148

  10. What happens if I never receive my license order (i.e. perhaps it gets lost in the mail)?
    • If you do not receive the original documents in the mail, please contact IDFG at 208-334-3717. They will have you sign a legal document stating that you did not receive the documents. IDFG will then duplicate the documents and mail them to you. IDFG must go thought this process to ensure that customers are not in the field with two tags. If you are in the field with two tags and have signed the legal document saying you never received the original order, this is a felony and IDFG Law Enforcement will be forced to take action.

  11. Am I able to exchange my elk tag for a tag in another zone after the transaction is complete? ?
    • Yes. You can exchange your elk tag to another zone as long as there are tags available in that zone. The exchange costs $3.50 per tag exchanged. You will need to return your tag with a check for the exchange fees and a note to let IDFG know which zone you would like to exchange your tag for.

      Please send the request to:

      Idaho Fish and Game
      License Section
      P.O. Box 25
      Boise, ID 83707

      Please call IDFG at 208-334-3717 if you have any further questions about this elk tag exchange process.