Estonia

Legally Permitted Game Types for Bowhunting
Small game
National Bowhunting Federation established
Yes
English Name of the National Bowhunting Federation
Estonian Bowhunting Association "Mägilased"
Name of the national federation in the local language
Vibujahiklubi Mägilased
Link (URL) to the official website of the national bowhunting federation
https://vibujaht.ee
Email address of the national federation
info@estonianbowhunters.ee
Bowhunting courses are given on a regular basis
Yes
More information about the bowhunter courses

IBEP courses based on interest.
Bowhunting club "Mägilased" arranges courses on compound bow tuning and introductive bowhunting courses/lectures for hunters across the country.

Regulations Governing Bowhunting

Hunting in Estonia is regulated by legislation: the Hunting Act and the Hunting Regulation.

Eligibility for Non-Residents to Engage in Bowhunting
Yes
Legal Requirements and Rules for Non-Resident Bowhunters

Shooting test to acquire the certificate and a permit from a local hunting organisation.

Wildlife Hunting Regulations

Only small game allowed.
Species-specific hunting seasons (by date).
When hunting beaver, the arrow and bow must be connected with a string.

Hunting Area Restrictions

Hunting permit is given for a specific hunting area for a specific timeframe.

Hunting Equipment Regulations

Only broadhead tips permitted - min weight 6,4 g and min cutting diameter 24 mm.
Min weight for the arrow is 20 g.
Draw strength min 20, max 45 kg.
Special equipment for beaver hunting (string must be attached to the bow and arrow).

Disclaimer: These were the details as of March 2025. Contact the appropriate authority to confirm the regulations before entering any adventure.