Application for State of Texas Falconry Permit
Please complete this form and return it to: Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, Wildlife Permits, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX78744. Please make checks payable to TPWD.
1. Applicant's Name Prefix: Mr. Ms. Miss Mrs. Dr. / Home Phone:
First: / Office Phone:
Middle: / Cell Phone:
Last: / Suffix: / Fax Number:
Title: / Date of Birth:
Profession: / Driver's License No.:
Mailing Address: / 1 Social Security Number:
E-mail Address:
City: / State: / Zip:
2. Facility/Mewsphysical address:
City: / State: / Zip: / County:
3. This applicationorupgrade is for: Apprentice General Master
Application/upgrade fee: $63.00 $126.00 $189.00
Please note that the above application or upgrade fee covers a three-year permit. If you would prefer a five-year permit, please send an additional $42 to cover the additional two years. additional $42 included
This renewal is for: 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years
Renewal fee: $21.00 $42.00 $63.00 $84.00 $105.00
The above renewal fee allows a falconer to extend the length of their existing permit (up to five years) at the same level.
Questions about application, renewal or upgrade fees should be directed to the Wildlife Permits Office at (512) 389-4481 or .
4. Please list the location where the bird(s) will be kept including size of mew and weathering yard.
5. Provide the name and address of the Texas general or master falconry permit holder who will serve as your sponsor. (Required for apprentice falconers only.)Approximately how far away is your sponsor located from your home address?
6. Do you currently hold (or have you ever held) a falconry permit in another state? Yes No
If "Yes," please indicate the issuing state and the date of permit(s).
Additionally, attach copies of your most recent state and federal permits, if applicable.
7. Have you received a citation for a wildlife violation within the last five years? Yes No
If "Yes," please explain.
I, / understand that a falconry permit may be granted at the discretion of Texas Parks
and Wildlife Department and may be revoked at any time for failure to comply with the regulations of the department or with any of the terms of the permit. This application does not constitute authority to capture native raptors or to hold such birds in captivity for falconry or any other purpose.
Additionally, I have read and understand the state regulations titled "Raptor Proclamation" and I will comply with all state and federal laws pertaining to falconry.
Applicant Signature / Date
1State law requires that applicants provide their Social Security number on all permit applications. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department may only release this information to agencies operating under the provisions of Parts A and D of Title IV of the federal Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Sections 601-617 and 651-699).
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