How do you organize a hunting trip in Poland?
Vast forests, abundant game, and a well-organized hunting management system. We explain, step by step, what you need to prepare to hunt legally and safely in Poland as a foreign hunter.
What You Need to Hunt with a Hunting Agency
You are not required to take the Polish hunting exam, but before hunting, you must submit a declaration confirming your knowledge of Polish hunting laws, and you are required to follow Polish hunting regulations and safety rules.
AMM Chasse is a hunting agency based in Zielona Góra that has been organizing hunting trips for international hunters since 2005. Poland is one of the closest and most easily accessible hunting destinations in Europe—every year, hunters from France, Denmark, and many other countries come here. However, the formalities are different than in your country. We handle the organization, so you can focus on the hunt.
Select a genre and date
Hunting seasons in Poland are set by a regulation issued by the minister responsible for the environment. For the most popular species of big game, they are as follows:
The regulations also provide for regional exceptions and separate periods for females and juveniles. That is why we always confirm the specific date with you before making a reservation.
The rutting season is the most exciting time of year for deer—it usually takes place in September and early October. For fallow deer, the “bukowisko”—the autumn mating season—plays a similar role.
Wild boar —you can hunt them year-round, so they’re the most flexible option in terms of timing.
Quotas – Hunting takes place in accordance with annual hunting plans and harvest quotas, so the number of available animals is limited. It’s a good idea to make reservations in advance.
Decide which type of hunting you prefer
Individual hunt
Silence, concentration, and connection with nature. You’ll hunt with a Polish guide who knows the hunting grounds and the game. For individual hunting, you’ll need a written authorization issued by the lessee or manager of the hunting district, and your hunting trip will be recorded in the visitor log.
Driven hunt
Excitement, adrenaline, and the camaraderie of hunters. Before the hunt begins, the hunt leader goes over the signals and safety rules.
In both cases, a foreigner may hunt only in the presence of a representative of the leaseholder or manager of the hunting district who is a member of the Polish Hunting Association. It is this person who designates the game to be shot. We shoot only at what has been designated.
Contact the hunting office and place your order
A hunting trip for a foreigner in this format is purchased from a business that professionally organizes hunting trips in Poland—that is, a hunting agency. The agency organizes the hunt in cooperation with hunting clubs and the State Forests. When placing your order with us, please have the following ready:
The regulations require the organizer of a hunt involving foreign nationals to notify the appropriate provincial police commander in writing, at least 7 days in advance, of the date, location, and approximate number of participants. That is why we need your information well in advance.
Gather the required documents
Keep in mind that you cannot legally transport a firearm across the border with just a hunting license from your country. You also need the appropriate import permit.
Weapons and Ammunition: How to Legally Enter Poland
You may bring a hunting firearm into the country based on a European Firearms Pass issued by the competent authorities in your country. Requirements: The firearm must be listed on the pass, and you must be able to justify why you are traveling with it. The easiest way to do this is to present confirmation of your hunting reservation.
The regulations limit the amount of ammunition you can bring for a hunting trip—for hunters bringing their own firearms, the limit is 100 rounds. We’ll determine the amount with you before your arrival.
Also, be sure to check the laws of the countries you're traveling through in transit with a firearm.
Make sure you have insurance
Before arrival, you must have a valid civil liability (OC) and accident (NNW) insurance policy that covers hunting in Poland. In its contracts with hunting agencies, the State Forests stipulate that the organizer is liable for allowing clients to hunt without such insurance and without valid documents authorizing them to possess firearms and hunt. We discuss the details of the insurance policy at the time of booking.
Arrival and the Course of the Hunt
A brief overview of the safety rules will be provided upon arrival. All foreign hunters must review and agree to these rules. During the hunt:
Anyone who fails to comply with the regulations, particularly those regarding safety, may be excluded from the hunt. The regulations also prohibit hunting in the presence of or with the participation of children under 18 years of age, so any accompanying persons must be of legal age.
Trophy, Settlement, and Export
After the hunt, the trophy is evaluated, and payment is calculated according to the established price list. For example, for roe deer, payment is based on the net weight of the trophy: 90 g is deducted from the gross weight to account for the skull and lower jaw. You can find the full price list in the roe deer section.
Upon request, we assist with hunting documentation, and after a successful hunt, we help with customs clearance and the export of trophies abroad.
Due to African swine fever, biosecurity measures are in effect. In restricted areas, wild boar trophies may be released only after a negative test result has been received and the trophies have undergone appropriate processing. Local veterinary authorities may also restrict group hunts.
If you are returning from a country outside the European Union, be sure to check the veterinary and customs regulations of your destination country in advance.
How much does it cost?
The price depends on the species, type of hunt, number of days, and trophy grade. We prepare a customized quote for each hunt—email or call us, and we’ll create an offer tailored to your plans.
Request a quoteWhen should you start preparing?
Hunting reservations: Make them as early as possible, as the number of available game animals is limited by the hunting plan.
EU citizens: Check whether your European Firearms Pass is valid and whether your firearm is listed on it.
Non-EU citizens: Allow at least one month for the paperwork, as it can take up to 14 days for the consul to issue the certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to take the Polish hunting exam?
No. As a client of a hunting agency, you do not take a Polish exam, but you must submit a declaration confirming your knowledge of Polish hunting laws and must be licensed to hunt and own firearms in your own country; furthermore, you may only hunt in the presence of a Polish hunter representing the hunting district.
Can I hunt on my own, without a guide?
No. A foreigner may hunt only in the presence of a representative of the leaseholder or the manager of the hunting district, who designates the game to be shot.
Do I need an invitation?
A hunting reservation confirmation helps justify the purpose of traveling with a firearm, so it’s always a good idea to carry it with you.
When is the best time to hunt deer?
Bull season runs from August 21 through the end of February, and the most exciting time is the rutting season.
Can I bring a guest?
Yes, but that person must be of legal age, because the law prohibits hunting in the presence of children under 18.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Regulations are subject to change, so we always confirm the current requirements before making a reservation.
Legal Basis– Act of October 13, 1995, on Hunting (Articles 42, 42a, and 43).
– Act of May 21, 1999, on Weapons and Ammunition (Article 42, Import and Export of Weapons by Foreign Nationals).
– Regulation of the Minister of the Environment of March 16, 2005, on the determination of hunting seasons for game animals (consolidated text: Journal of Laws 2023, item 99).
– Information from Polish consular offices on gov.pl regarding certificates for the import of firearms and ammunition.
Plan your hunt with AMM Chasse
Every hunter has different goals. Write or call us, and together we’ll plan your stay in Poland: we’ll help you choose the game species, dates, and type of hunt, and guide you through the paperwork.
Phone / WhatsApp: +48 602 251 945 · Email: ammchasse@wp.pl · Strumykowa 17E, Zielona Góra