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title: Nonresident deer hunting applications now open
description: Applications opened May 4 for Iowa nonresident deer hunting tags and licenses. The process will close June 2 at midnight.
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# [Nonresident deer hunting applications now open](https://buckmasters.com/news/hunting/hunting-news/articles/id/6170/nonresident-deer-hunting-applications-now-open)

 Written by [Iowa Department of Natural Resources](https://buckmasters.com/news/author/iowa-department-of-natural-resources) | Jul 22, 2025 3:41:31 PM

Applications opened May 4 for Iowa nonresident deer hunting tags and licenses. The process will close June 2 at midnight.

Preference point purchases and applications are no longer available by phone and only will be accessible online.

To apply, [click here](https://quotahunt.gooutdoorsiowa.com/Hunts/CustomerLookup.aspx).

To access the application, click login or enroll now, then select “nonresident deer/turkey tag” to apply. To purchase preference points and licenses after applying, click the banner with that title.

**Benefits of new license system features**

While phone applications will not be available this season, these new features make the online application easier to navigate:  
• Document upload feature: Upload your hunter safety certificate directly to your account.  
• Streamlined purchasing process: Buy your deer tags and licenses in fewer steps.  
• Improved accessibility: Check preference points and award status easily online.

[View full post](https://buckmasters.com/news/hunting/hunting-news/articles/id/6170/nonresident-deer-hunting-applications-now-open)

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