Closure of the 2025-2026 Hunting Season

The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries advises the public that the 2025-2026 Hunting Season will officially close on Sunday March 1, 2026. This closure is part of ongoing efforts to protect the nation’s wildlife, maintain ecological balance, and ensure the long-term sustainability of Trinidad and Tobago’s natural resources.

All hunters and members of the public are reminded that strict adherence to the following regulations governing the closed season is required.

End of Hunting Period: 

All hunting activity on public and private lands must cease by Saturday February 28, 2026.

Deadline for Game Disposal: 

By Tuesday March 31, 2026, all game animal carcasses or parts must be removed from properties and personal possession.

Mandatory Data Returns: 

Holders of 2025-2026 Hunting Permits must submit their Mandatory Data Return Forms by Sunday May 31, 2026.

Penalties for Non-Compliance: 

Failure to submit the Mandatory Data Return Form by Sunday May 31, 2026, will result in a fine of TT$2,500 per form.

Hunting during the closed season is illegal and punishable by a fine of TT$100,000, as per Legal Notice 275 of 2020.

Hunters must submit their Mandatory Data Return Forms at any of the following locations:

• District Revenue Office, Tunapuna – (868) 662-2797
• Forestry Office, Rio Claro – (868) 225-3743
• District Revenue Office, Chaguanas – (868) 671-4773
• Forestry Division, Long Circular Road, St. James – (868) 225-3861
• Forestry Division, Balisier Avenue, Pleasantville, San Fernando – (868) 225-3777 / 3774 / 3772
• Forestry Division, Sangre Grande – (868) 225-3728
• Department of Natural Resources & Forestry, Milshirv Administrative Complex, Tobago – (868) 639-2273

The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries urges all citizens to adhere to these regulations to support the conservation of wildlife and protect the delicate ecological balance of Trinidad and Tobago. Compliance is essential to ensuring that future generations continue to benefit from our country’s rich biodiversity.

 

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