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How to Apply

For commercial activities you may print out a Special Use Permit Application (pdf) from this link.

Is there a fee?

  • Administrative fees: Permits issued for commercial uses are subject to a $100.00 permit processing fee which must accompany the application.

  •  Use fees charged in addition to administrative fees: Listed below are examples of circumstances under which additional fees are charged. Since these fees may vary in different areas of the State or may change from year to year, please contact the refuge for current information.
    • Commercial Visitor Services – Commercial guides, outfitters and transporters will be charged a fee for client use of the refuge. Fees are based on client use days (one calendar day for each client using the refuge during a 24 hour period), and the amount of the fee varies depending on the activity. These fees are adjusted every three years based on the Department of Commerce Implicit Price Deflator Index.

    • Material fees for sand, gravel, and rock are charged per cubic yard of material used and may vary by type of material and Region in Alaska.

    • Use and occupancy of Refuge lands - Rental fees are charged for structures, facilities, or equipment occupying Refuge land.

How do I pay the fees?

Administrative fees and reserved site rental fees may be paid by either check or major credit card, but client use day fees must be paid by check. Make checks payable to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Please review the notice (pdf) regarding our Paper Check Conversion Program. If you wish to pay your permit processing fees by credit card, note this on your application and you will be contacted by refuge staff to process the payment.

Do I need insurance?

Insurance is needed for some activities. Learn more (pdf).

How long will it take to get a permit?

Permit processing times may vary, but expect that it may take up to 45 days to review your application and issue a permit.Please plan accordingly and apply well in advance of the date you plan to begin activities.

Refuge managers are required (1) to formally review the requested activity for compatibility with refuge purposes and the Fish and Wildlife Service mission, (2) evaluate the effects of the use on subsistence uses and needs (required by Section 810 of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act), (3) and in some cases complete NEPA documentation before a permit can be issued.

Where do I apply? Questions?

Direct your questions, or send your application form and a check for the administrative fee (payable to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service) to:

    Wildlife Refuge Specialist, Special Use Permits
    Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
    95 Sterling Highway, Suite 1
    Homer, Alaska 99603
    PHONE 907-235-6546
    FAX 907-235-7783
    alaskamaritime@fws.gov (Attn: Special Use Permits)