The online application process for the Deer Hunting Licence is now live. DHL applications can now be made online only, hard-copy applications will not be accepted.

In order to assist with registering for the new elicensing system  please find below links to the following documents:

· Screenshot walk-through of how to register on the new Heritage Licensing Portal

· Screenshot walk-through of how to submit a renewal application

The NPWS website will be updated tomorrow afternoon with the link to the portal, FAQs, these two attached documents and the contact details for users with questions.

If anyone has a problem registering for the system they should email:

· Heritage.licensing@housing.gov.ie

If anyone has questions in relation to applying for their Deer Hunting Licence they should contact Wildlife Licensing Unit:

· deerlicences@npws.gov.ie

· Call 01-8883242

Registering for Heritage Licensing Portal, click HERE

Submitting DHL Renewal Application, click HERE

TO APPLY FOR OR TO RENEW A DEER HUNTING LICENCE THROUGH THE HERITAGE LICENSING PORTAL, CLICK HERE

(Notice updated 4th June, 2024)