Free Hunting, Trapping, and Fishing License (Disabled Veterans)
No-fee hunting, trapping, and fishing license for veterans with 60%+ service-connected disability.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Delaware resident veteran with 60% or more service-connected disability and honorable discharge. Also available to active duty members stationed in Delaware with 60%+ rating.
Covers
Free annual hunting/trapping/fishing license. Standard combined license costs approximately $20-$40/year.
Additional provisions
Veterans receiving inpatient care at a VA medical center may fish without a license. Delaware residents who served 90+ days in OIF/OEF receive a one-time 12-month license exemption upon honorable discharge.
How to apply
Mail, email, or fax a completed Veterans with Disabilities Exempt Application plus VA letter to the Division of Fish and Wildlife. Phone: 302-739-9918.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-06 against dnrec.delaware.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Delaware state agency before applying.
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