Key Facts
Moose is the flagship NL hunt and is managed by MMA
Non-resident moose usually requires a licensed outfitter
CFSC + hunter education are standard prerequisites
Verify current Big Game Management Plan dates each year
How to Get Your Licence — Step by Step
Step 1
Complete Required Training
Hunters generally need both the Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) and provincial Hunter Education.
Step 2
Get Your Outdoors Identification Card
Register for an OIC through the provincial system before buying licences.
Step 3
Apply / Buy Species Licences
Moose and caribou are managed by MMA quotas and application systems; bear and small game have separate licences.
Step 4
Book an Outfitter (non-residents)
Non-resident moose/caribou hunts are typically sold only through licensed outfitters.
Newfoundland and Labrador Hunting Licence Fees
| Licence Type | Resident | Non-Resident | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outdoors Identification Card | See current fees | — | Required credential |
| Moose Licence | Application / quota system | Through licensed outfitter | — |
| Black Bear Licence | See current fees | Often outfitter package | — |
| Small Game / Birds | See current fees | — | Plus federal migratory bird permit where required |
Non-Resident Hunting in Newfoundland and Labrador
Non-resident big-game hunting in NL is heavily outfitter-based. Budget for guided packages well in advance; resident application systems do not work the same way for visitors.
