Scientific Collecting License Application
A Scientific Collecting License is issued for the handling or collection of wildlife for non-recreational purposes, such as: wildlife management, gathering information valuable to the maintenance of wild populations, education, advancement of science, or for the promotion of the public health or welfare.
Applicable Arizona Statutes
A.R.S. § 17-236
A.R.S. § 17-306
A.R.S. § 17-238
A.R.S. § 17-301
Applicable Arizona Rules
R12-4-106 R12-4-401
R12-4-303 R12-4-409
R12-4-304 R12-4-418
R12-4-313 R12-4-428
AZGFD Laws and Rules
License valid: calendar year.
Checklist: no fee.
Apply: complete and submit. Instructions for the application process.
- SCL application form [pdf] *Note: download the document first in order to open
- application form [word doc]
- Report form
- HACCP form (if applicable)
Amendments: Submit in writing by e-mail, mail, or fax.
Email: scpermits@azgfd.gov. Email is recommended to ensure any unnecessary delay in the application process. In the subject line include the SCL holder’s last name and License # (e.g. Jones, SP789665).
Arizona Game and Fish Department, Terrestrial Wildlife Branch
Scientific Collecting Licenses
Attn: Christina Kondrat-Smith, Permits Biologist
5000 W. Carefree Highway
Phoenix, AZ 85086-5000
Fax: 623 236-7926
