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Hunting License Costs

How much does a hunting license cost in Berlin? Annual hunting license from 50 EUR, hunting levy, examination fees and a full cost overview.

Updated: January 26, 2026 · Editorially reviewed

Responsible Authority

Name
Waffenbehörde der Polizei Berlin
Department
LKA 514
Address
Platz der Luftbrücke 6, 12101 Berlin
Hunting License costs in Berlin
Item Cost
Fee 50 – 201 EUR

Hunting License Costs in Berlin

Fee Overview for the Hunting License

License Type Validity Period Fee Hunting Levy Total
Annual hunting license 1 year 50.00 EUR 25.50 EUR 75.50 EUR
Annual hunting license 2 years 90.00 EUR 51.00 EUR 141.00 EUR
Annual hunting license 3 years 125.00 EUR 76.50 EUR 201.50 EUR
Day hunting license 1 day 15.00 EUR 5.00 EUR 20.00 EUR
Youth hunting license 1 year 25.00 EUR 12.75 EUR 37.75 EUR

Falconry Hunting License

Validity Period Fee Hunting Levy Total
1 year 25.00 EUR 7.50 EUR 32.50 EUR
2 years 45.00 EUR 15.00 EUR 60.00 EUR
3 years 65.00 EUR 22.50 EUR 87.50 EUR

Hunter's Examination Costs

The costs for the Hunter's Examination are a one-time expense:

  • Examination fee: approx. 250 EUR
  • Hunting course (voluntary): 1,500-3,000 EUR
  • Shooting range fees: approx. 200-500 EUR (for practice)
  • Study materials: approx. 50-150 EUR

Total cost for first-time issuance: approx. 2,000-4,000 EUR (with course) or approx. 500 EUR (without course, self-study)

Additional Costs

Firearms Possession Permit (WBK)

After passing the Hunter's Examination, you can acquire hunting firearms:

  • WBK first-time issuance: approx. 50-100 EUR
  • Registration of a firearm: approx. 20-30 EUR

Hunting Liability Insurance

Mandatory insurance for every hunter:

  • Annual premium: approx. 50-80 EUR
  • Minimum coverage: 500,000 EUR personal injury

Hunting Cooperative Contribution

If leasing a hunting district or membership:

  • Annual contribution: variable, approx. 100-500 EUR

Money-Saving Tips

  1. Choose the 3-year hunting license: Cheaper per year than annual renewal
  2. Self-study: No mandatory course in Berlin, so you can sit the exam without an expensive course
  3. Group discounts: Some hunting schools offer group rates
  4. Compare insurance: Compare hunting liability insurance prices

Payment Methods

You can pay the fees at the Firearms Authority by cash, debit card, or bank transfer. For online applications, payment is made by bank transfer after receiving the notice.

How it works

  1. 1Find a hunting school
  2. 2Complete training
  3. 3Pass the exam
  4. 4Apply for license
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