Buying the license is only the first step. If you purchase the base license, you must manually add "Endorsements" for specific activities. Forgetting these can result in a citation from a Game Warden.

You can choose between a traditional paper license (sent via mail) or a fully digital license . License Types and 2026 Costs

Save the PDF and show it digitally, or visit any TPWD license retailer later to have them print a hard card for a small fee.