Military Gold Sportsman's License ($20)
Full Gold Sportsman's License for $20 (regular price $100) for active duty, retired, and reserve military in Florida.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Active duty, retired, Reserve, Florida National Guard, Coast Guard, or Coast Guard Reserve members stationed in Florida or claiming Florida as primary residence.
Covers
Same privileges as the regular $100 Gold Sportsman's License (hunting, saltwater/freshwater fishing, plus deer, WMA, archery, muzzleloading, crossbow, turkey, FL waterfowl, snook, and lobster permits) for only $20/year.
Excludes
Tarpon tags, alligator trapping, limited entry hunts, migratory bird permits, federal duck stamps.
How to apply
County Tax Collector or online at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com with military ID.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-04-30 against myfwc.com. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Florida state agency before applying.
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