 
What this Month Brings:
FWC announces 2010-2011 hunting season dates and bag limits- Read more
Deer Hunters will need new permit this season: Beginning with the upcoming 2010-2011 hunting season, anyone hunting deer in Florida will need a deer permit. The new permit costs $5 and is available now for purchase. Read more
Hunting Permits and License Fees:
Effective July 1, 2010 - Read more
Alligator Hunters Must Resubmit Applications:
The alligator hunt applications submitted for Phase I may not have been recorded correctly. Read more
Sportsmen save money if they buy early:
There will be an increase in the cost of some of Florida’s hunting and saltwater fishing permits, beginning July 1. If sportsmen act now, however, they can beat the price increase. Read more
State Legislative Elected Officials Representing
Seminole County Residents::The 2009 Florida Legislature had a challenging task of balancing the State of Florida 2009/10 Annual Budget. It passed on May 8, 2009, included significant increases to motor vehicle and driver license user fees effective September 1, 2009, and was signed by the Governor. Read more
Website Alert – Vessel Titling and Registration
The 2009 Florida Legislature amended statutory language relating to vessel titling and registration. Read more
New laws aimed at boating safety and protecting natural resources are in effect. Read more
Changes to Hunting Permits Process:
There are several changes to the hunting permits process this
year. Current information
is available at myfwc.com.
Lake Mary Branch Now Open:
We are pleased to announce the opening of our newest branch office, which also offers select driver license renewal services. Read more |
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Residency Requirements
Definition of Residency:
For the purposes of obtaining hunting and fishing privileges and all associated permits in the State of Florida, the following definition of resident shall apply and shall be established each time a privilege is issued.
- Any person who has resided in the state for six continuous months prior to the issuance of a license and who has an intent to continue to reside in Florida and claim this state as their primary residence.
Any one of the following may be used as proof of residency:
- Florida Driver License (Florida Only or Florida ID card are not acceptable).
If you do not have a Florida Driver License, submit one of the following documents to the license agent as proof of residency:
- Military orders showing that applicant is stationed in Florida.
- Florida Voter's Registration Card.
- Florida Homestead Exemption.
- Landlord Certification.
The Oath of Residency signed by the applicant when privileges are issued does not preclude a law enforcement officer from requesting residency credentials be evidenced again. Failure to do so may result in criminal prosecutions.
Aliens who have filed domicile with the Clerk of the Circuit Court are not considered a resident. The Department of Legal Affairs no longer allows an alien to establish domicile as acceptable proof of residency. All aliens are considered non-resident. For more information, please contact our office.
