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Iowa Hunting Information
- Point System: Iowa has a true preference point system in place. Therefore, you must have the highest number of points among all applicants in a particular unit to receive a tag.
- License Purchase Yes/No: No
- Party Applications: Up to 15 applicants may apply together.
- Hunter’s Safety Card Requirement: Anyone born after January 1, 1972 must have a hunter’s safety card to apply and in their possession while afield. If this is your first time applying in Iowa and you were born after this date, you must register this card before applying. WTA TAGS will handle this on your behalf. We must have a copy of your hunter’s safety card in our possession at least 10 days before the state application deadline.
- Youth: A child of any age can apply for a deer tag in Iowa as long as he/she has a valid hunter’s safety card.
Iowa Point System
- Point System: Iowa has a true preference point system in place. Therefore, you must have the highest number of points among all applicants in a particular unit to receive a tag.
State Application Deadlines
Deer
June 1, 2025
Spring Turkey
January 26, 2025
Iowa Tag Fees
Iowa SPECIES | State Tag Fee | TOTAL DUE TO WTA TAGS TO APPLY |
|---|---|---|
Whitetail | $512.94 | $227.62 |
Preference Point Only | $99.58 | |
Spring Turkey | $122.57 | $215
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Top 5 Advantages to using WTA TAGS
1. Dedicated Consultant
Each client is assigned a dedicated WTA TAGS Consultant. Our Consultants are the absolute experts in this field and valuable to have in your corner.
2. Peace Of Mind
Your applications will always be submitted on time and with your best interest at heart. If drawn, you will be notified by your dedicated Consultant.
3. The Float
Several states require the applicant to submit the entire tag fee, up-front, at time of application. No worries, WTA TAGS will float the tag fee on your behalf.
4. Extensive Outfitter Network
Once drawn, you can be assured WTA TAGS has the very best outfitter network in place to consider for your world-class tag.
5. Women and Children Program
Female applicants receive 50% off the WTA TAGS service fees, and kids under 19 are FREE!
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Expert Knowledge
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“I help put fair chase in front of the Realtree cameras, so I’ve learned to depend on WTA TAGS. Don’t ever give up on the draw. Build those points and great tags will come your way. WTA TAGS has delivered the tags of my dreams. Just be patient, and they will deliver for you, as well."
- David Blanton, Team Realtree
or call a WTA TAGS Consultant 1-800-755-8247
or call a WTA TAGS Consultant
1-800-755-8247
1-800-755-8247
