Required for all hunters of migratory birds (doves, ducks, geese, woodcock, snipe, coots, rails, or gallinules). Once obtained, the registration is valid through the end of June each year and must be renewed for the next hunting season. Your customer number will serve as your HIP registration; a separate number is not required.

To hunt small game statewide. Must be 3 consecutive days.

The Federal Duck Stamp is required of anyone 16 years of age and older hunting or taking migratory waterfowl. This Federal E-Stamp allows for immediate use and is valid until June 30. A physical stamp will be mailed on or after March 10.

The Virginia Migratory Waterfowl Conservation Stamp is required of anyone 16 years of age and older hunting or taking migratory waterfowl in Virginia.