Texas Super Combo & Combo License Packages: Costs, Endorsements & Buying Tips
A Texas fishing and hunting license combo can save money if you are a Texas resident who hunts and fishes in the same license year. The key is choosing between the $68 Super Combo, the $50 freshwater combo, the $55 saltwater combo, the $60 all-water combo, or a senior combo option.
This guide explains what each TPWD combo package includes, what it does not include, when the Super Combo is worth it, what non-residents should buy instead, and the extra items hunters often forget: hunter education, HIP certification, Federal Duck Stamp, Annual Public Hunting Permit, digital tagging, public-land access, and proof in the field.
Watch: TPWD App for Hunting, Fishing & License Proof
This official Texas Parks and Wildlife app video is useful because combo buyers often need license lookup, regulations, digital proof, public hunting information and field access to rules. Use the video for app context only; TPWD pages control the current license fees and legal requirements.
Video ID: YGoF2zHF-1w. Published by Texas Parks and Wildlife on 2019-08-15. Video availability may change on YouTube.
Which Texas Fishing and Hunting License Combo Should You Buy?
Choose by what you actually plan to do. The Super Combo is the broadest resident package. The regular combo packages make sense when you hunt but only fish freshwater, only fish saltwater, or want all-water fishing without paying for every state hunting endorsement.
Super Combo
Best for Texas residents who hunt, fish fresh water, fish salt water, and want the five core state endorsements bundled.
Hunt + Freshwater
Best if you hunt and only fish Texas lakes, rivers, reservoirs, creeks, public ponds or inland waters.
Hunt + Saltwater
Best if you hunt and only fish Texas coastal waters, bays, piers, jetties or Gulf-side trips.
Hunt + All-Water
Best if you hunt and fish both inland and coastal waters but do not need every state hunting endorsement.
Senior Combo
Best for Texas residents age 65 and older who want discounted hunting and fishing combo options.
No Non-Resident Combo
Non-residents generally buy separate hunting and fishing products; Texas resident combo packages do not apply.
Texas Fishing and Hunting License Combo Fees
These are the common TPWD resident combo package prices. Online and phone transactions add a $5 administrative fee, and TPWD states license fees are not refundable, exchangeable or transferable.
Super Combo License Package
Resident hunting, resident fishing and five state endorsements in one discounted package.
Senior Super Combo
For Texas residents age 65 and older who want the broad senior combo package.
Combo Hunting & Freshwater Fishing
Resident hunting license plus resident fishing license with freshwater fishing endorsement.
Combo Hunting & Saltwater Fishing
Resident hunting license plus resident fishing license with saltwater endorsement and coastal tag coverage.
Combo Hunting & All-Water Fishing
Resident hunting license plus resident fishing license with both freshwater and saltwater coverage.
Senior Combo Hunting & Freshwater
For Texas residents age 65 and older who hunt and fish public fresh water.
Senior Combo Hunting & Saltwater
For Texas residents age 65 and older who hunt and fish coastal saltwater.
Senior Combo Hunting & All-Water
For Texas residents age 65 and older who hunt and fish both fresh and salt water.
What the Texas Super Combo Includes
The Super Combo is popular because it combines hunting, fishing and major state endorsements that many resident hunters and anglers would otherwise buy separately.
Resident Hunting License
Valid for resident hunting activities where a hunting license is required, subject to seasons, means, methods and tags.
Resident Fishing License
Covers resident recreational fishing license requirement when paired with the included fishing endorsements.
Archery Endorsement
Included for hunters who need archery endorsement coverage for applicable archery hunting.
Freshwater Endorsement
Included for taking or attempting to take fish in Texas public fresh water.
Saltwater Endorsement
Included for Texas public saltwater fishing, with red drum and spotted seatrout tag coverage.
Upland Game Bird
Included for applicable upland game bird hunting requirements.
Migratory Game Bird
Included for migratory game bird hunting, but HIP and Federal Duck Stamp rules may still apply.
Red Drum & Seatrout Tags
Saltwater package coverage includes red drum and spotted seatrout tag coverage where applicable.
What the Texas Super Combo Does Not Include
A Super Combo is broad, but it is not “everything outdoors.” Some hunting and fishing situations still require separate stamps, permits, certifications, tags or proof.
Federal Duck Stamp
Required for waterfowl hunters age 16 and older. The Super Combo includes the state migratory endorsement, not the federal stamp.
HIP Certification
Harvest Information Program certification is required for migratory game bird hunters and must be current for the season.
Annual Public Hunting Permit
Needed for many TPWD public hunting lands and walk-in hunt access. It is separate from the combo license.
Hunter Education
Required for hunters born on or after September 2, 1971, unless accompanied or using a valid deferral where allowed.
Reptile & Amphibian
If your activity requires this endorsement, verify and buy it separately; it is not one of the five Super Combo endorsements.
Drawn Hunts & Special Permits
Public hunt drawings, special area permits, federal land rules and species-specific requirements can still apply.
Trip-Based Package Picker: What to Buy for Real Texas Plans
Use these practical examples before checkout. Exact requirements depend on species, location, age, residency, season dates and whether you use public or private land.
| Your Plan | Likely Best Package | Extra Check | Local Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dove hunting plus fishing Lake Conroe, Lake Travis or Lake Fork | Super Combo or Hunt + Freshwater Combo | HIP for migratory birds; hunter education if required. | Super Combo is cleaner if you may later fish the coast or hunt more birds. |
| Deer lease plus Galveston, Port Aransas or South Padre fishing | Super Combo or Hunt + Saltwater Combo | Deer tags, hunter education, digital/paper tag choice. | Choose Super Combo if dove, turkey, archery or freshwater fishing may happen too. |
| Hunt deer, turkey, dove and fish both lake and coast | Super Combo | Federal Duck Stamp only if waterfowl; HIP for migratory birds. | This is the package Super Combo is built for. |
| Only hunt and fish freshwater | Combo Hunting & Freshwater Fishing | Archery/upland/migratory endorsements if needed. | If you only need general hunting plus freshwater fishing, do the math before choosing Super Combo. |
| Public-land hunting on TPWD walk-in areas | Combo package plus APH Permit | Annual Public Hunting Permit is separate. | Download maps and unit rules before driving to the property. |
| Non-resident deer hunt plus fishing | Separate non-resident hunting and fishing products | Non-resident general hunting license for deer; fishing package by water type. | Texas resident combo packages do not solve non-resident hunting needs. |
How to Buy a Texas Hunting and Fishing Combo License Online
Official Texas recreational hunting and fishing licenses, tags, permits and stamps are sold through TPWD and Texas License Connection. Online transactions have a $5 administrative fee.
Start at TPWD’s official online license page
Use TPWD’s official online sales route before entering personal information, residency details or payment information.
Confirm Texas residency
Combo and Super Combo packages are for Texas residents. If your proof of residency is uncertain, verify before checkout.
Choose Super Combo or a narrower combo
Pick Super Combo for broad hunting and all-water fishing needs. Pick freshwater, saltwater or all-water combo if your needs are narrower.
Select paper or digital if offered
Digital licenses must be bought online. Paper licenses can be bought online or at a retailer. Tagging rules differ.
Add missing extras
Add Federal Duck Stamp, APH permit, HIP certification, hunter education deferral or special permits only if your activity requires them.
Save proof before the trip
Connect your license in the app, save the receipt and confirm tags or proof are ready before entering the field or water.
Digital vs Paper Texas Combo License: Tagging Matters
Texas offers fully digital options for recreational hunting, fishing and combo license/tag types. Digital can be convenient, but hunters must understand digital tagging and offline proof rules before choosing it.
Digital Combo License
- Must be purchased online.
- No printed license or paper tags are issued.
- Your license must be available on your mobile device while hunting or fishing.
- Digital tags are handled through the Texas Hunt & Fish app.
- For deer and turkey, digital tagging still requires physical documentation attached to the carcass.
- Download and connect the app before entering low-signal hunting areas.
Paper Combo License
- Can be purchased online or at a license retailer.
- Paper license and tags may be mailed when bought online.
- Physical tags are required for activities requiring tags, such as deer and turkey.
- Electronic proof can work only for activities not requiring physical tags or stamps.
- Paper license holders do not execute digital tags in the Texas Hunt & Fish app.
- Keep tags dry and legible in the field.
Required Extras: HIP, Federal Duck Stamp, APH Permit and More
A combo license is the base purchase, not a guarantee that every hunt or fishing trip is fully covered. These extras are the ones most Texans overlook.
| Extra Item | When It Matters | Included in Super Combo? | Practical Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIP Certification | Required to hunt migratory game birds. | No, certification still must be current. | Often completed when buying the license after answering harvest questions. |
| Federal Duck Stamp | Required for waterfowl hunters age 16 and older. | No. | State migratory endorsement is not the same as Federal Duck Stamp. |
| Annual Public Hunting Permit | Needed for many TPWD public hunting lands. | No. | APH is commonly used for walk-in public hunting access. |
| Hunter Education | Required for hunters born on or after Sept. 2, 1971, unless accompanied/deferral rules apply. | No. | Proof is not required to buy a license, but is required while hunting. |
| Reptile and Amphibian Endorsement | Required for some reptile/amphibian activities. | No. | Youth endorsement exemptions differ; verify before collecting or hunting. |
| Drawn Hunts / Special Permits | Needed for some public, special or limited-entry hunts. | No. | Application fees, deadlines and permits are separate. |
Texas Hunter Education Rules Combo Buyers Must Know
Buying a Texas hunting and fishing combo license does not prove hunter education. Hunter education is a separate safety requirement.
Who Needs It
Every hunter, including out-of-state hunters, born on or after September 2, 1971 must successfully complete hunter education unless using an allowed accompanied/deferral route.
Minimum Age
The minimum age for hunter education certification is 9 years.
Course Cost
TPWD lists the in-person hunter education certification cost at $15; online provider costs can vary.
Texas Resident and Senior Combo License Notes
Texas combo packages are resident products. Seniors age 65 and older have lower-cost hunting and fishing combo choices, but endorsements and federal items still matter depending on the activity.
Resident Super Combo
Broadest standard resident combo package for hunting and fishing with five state endorsements.
Senior Super Combo
Lower-cost broad package for Texas residents age 65 and older.
Senior Combos
Senior resident combo prices start at $16 for hunting plus freshwater fishing.
Federal Items Separate
Federal Duck Stamp and some federal/land-specific rules still apply when relevant.
Non-Resident Warning: Texas Combo Packages Are Not for Visitors
The Texas Super Combo and resident combo hunting/fishing packages are for Texas residents only. Non-residents generally need separate hunting and fishing products that match their species and trip.
Non-Resident Hunting
- Non-resident General Hunting License is listed at $315.
- It is the valid option for non-residents hunting deer.
- Non-resident 5-day small game/exotic license is listed at $48.
- The 5-day small game/exotic license does not cover deer, turkey, pronghorn, alligator or bighorn sheep.
Non-Resident Fishing
- Choose freshwater, saltwater, all-water or one-day fishing by trip type.
- Coastal trips usually need saltwater or all-water coverage.
- Inland lake and river trips usually need freshwater or all-water coverage.
- Visitors hunting and fishing may need separate hunting and fishing purchases.
Texas Active Duty Military and Disabled Veteran Combo Packages
TPWD lists special free packages for qualifying Texas resident active duty military and qualifying disabled veterans. These packages have proof requirements and are available in person at license retailers, not as a normal online checkout shortcut.
Texas Resident Active Duty Military
- Available to qualifying Texas residents on full-time active military service.
- Super Combo Hunting & All-Water Fishing Package is listed as free.
- All-Water Fishing Package and Hunting Package options are also listed as free.
- Proof of residency/service must be shown.
- Only available in person at a license retailer.
Disabled Veteran Super Combo
- Available to qualifying residents or non-residents who meet TPWD disabled veteran criteria.
- Super Combo Hunting & All-Water Fishing Package is listed as free.
- VA proof or Texas Driver License with “Disabled Veteran” designation may be required.
- Proof should meet TPWD’s current documentation rules.
- Only available in person at a license retailer.
Local Texas Insider Tips for Combo Buyers
These practical tips are written for how Texas hunters and anglers actually use combo licenses: dove opener, deer leases, public hunting units, Gulf Coast weekends, lake fishing and mixed family trips.
Dove Season Trick
If you buy a combo for dove season, make sure HIP is completed. The Super Combo includes the migratory game bird endorsement, but HIP certification is still a separate requirement.
Duck Hunter Trick
For ducks and geese, do not stop at Super Combo. Check Federal Duck Stamp, HIP, waterfowl season dates, legal shooting hours and public/private land rules.
Deer Lease Trick
Choose digital only if you are comfortable with app tagging, durable physical documentation and offline sync. Paper tags may feel simpler for hunters who want traditional tag handling.
Coast + Hunt Weekend
Hunting Saturday morning and fishing Galveston, Rockport, Port Aransas or South Padre later? Super Combo or all-water combo is usually easier than freshwater-only or saltwater-only mistakes.
Public Land Trick
If your plan includes walk-in public hunting land, add the Annual Public Hunting Permit and download the property map before driving. A combo license alone does not open every public hunting area.
Low-Signal Trick
Before leaving home, open the Outdoor Annual and Texas Hunt & Fish apps, connect your license, check tags, and screenshot proof. Rural units and boat ramps can have weak service.
Texas Fishing and Hunting Combo License Mistakes to Avoid
Most mistakes happen when buyers assume the word “combo” covers everything. It does not. The correct package depends on residency, species, water type, land access, tags, endorsements and hunter education.
Buying Mistakes
- Buying a resident combo when you are not a Texas resident.
- Buying a narrower combo even though you will fish both lakes and the coast.
- Assuming Super Combo includes Federal Duck Stamp.
- Forgetting the $5 online or phone administrative fee.
- Buying digital without understanding tagging and physical documentation.
- Assuming license fees can be refunded if you choose wrong.
Field Mistakes
- Hunting migratory birds without current HIP certification.
- Waterfowl hunting without Federal Duck Stamp when required.
- Entering public hunting lands without APH or required drawn permit.
- Not carrying hunter education proof or deferral when required.
- Not tagging deer, turkey or oversized fish correctly.
- Not checking county, species, season, bag limit and means/methods rules.
Official TPWD Links, Phone Numbers and Address
Use these official resources for final decisions. TexasFishingLicense.website is an independent educational guide and does not sell licenses.
Helpful TexasFishingLicense.website Pages
Use these internal pages to understand how this independent site organizes official Texas license resources and fact-checks guide content.
Texas Fishing and Hunting License FAQ
How much is the Texas Super Combo license?
The Texas resident Super Combo license package is listed by TPWD at $68.
How much is the Senior Super Combo in Texas?
The Senior Super Combo is listed at $32 for Texas residents age 65 and older.
What does the Texas Super Combo include?
It includes a resident hunting license, resident fishing license, archery endorsement, freshwater fishing endorsement, saltwater fishing endorsement with red drum and spotted seatrout tag coverage, upland game bird endorsement and migratory game bird endorsement.
Does the Texas Super Combo include the Federal Duck Stamp?
No. TPWD states the Federal Duck Stamp is not included. Waterfowl hunters age 16 and older must meet Federal Duck Stamp requirements separately.
Does the Super Combo include HIP certification?
No. HIP certification is still required for migratory game bird hunters. It is commonly completed during license purchase by answering harvest questions, but hunters must confirm it is current.
Is the Texas fishing and hunting combo available to non-residents?
The Super Combo and regular combo hunting/fishing packages are for Texas residents only. Non-residents generally buy separate non-resident hunting and fishing products.
What is the Texas Combo Hunting and Freshwater Fishing Package?
It is a $50 resident package that includes resident hunting plus resident fishing with freshwater fishing coverage.
What is the Texas Combo Hunting and Saltwater Fishing Package?
It is a $55 resident package that includes resident hunting plus resident fishing with saltwater coverage and applicable coastal tag coverage.
What is the Texas Combo Hunting and All-Water Fishing Package?
It is a $60 resident package that includes resident hunting plus resident fishing with both freshwater and saltwater fishing coverage.
Do I still need hunter education if I buy a Super Combo?
Yes, if hunter education rules apply to you. Every hunter born on or after September 2, 1971 must meet Texas hunter education requirements or use an allowed accompanied/deferral route.
Do I need an Annual Public Hunting Permit with a Super Combo?
Yes, if you plan to hunt on TPWD public hunting lands that require the Annual Public Hunting Permit. The APH permit is separate from the combo license.
Can I buy a Texas combo license digitally?
TPWD offers fully digital options for recreational hunting, fishing and combo license/tag types. Digital licenses must be bought online and require proper app setup and tagging compliance.
Is the Texas Super Combo worth it?
It is usually worth it for Texas residents who hunt, fish freshwater, fish saltwater and need multiple state endorsements. If you only hunt and fish one water type, compare the narrower combo packages first.
Where should I buy a Texas fishing and hunting license combo?
Use TPWD’s official online license sales route, Texas License Connection, authorized retailers, TPWD offices or Texas state parks. Avoid unofficial checkout pages.
Final Take: Super Combo Is Best for Broad Texas Outdoor Plans
The Texas Super Combo is the easiest package for residents who hunt and fish broadly. It bundles resident hunting, resident fishing, freshwater, saltwater, archery, upland game bird and migratory game bird endorsements in one package. For a resident who hunts dove or deer and fishes both lakes and the coast, it is usually the cleanest choice.
But do not treat it as an all-access pass. Check Federal Duck Stamp, HIP certification, hunter education, APH permit, drawn hunt rules, species seasons, digital tagging and public/private land access before your trip. Buy through TPWD, save proof, set up your apps, and verify current rules before entering the field or water.