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.
State BenefitFloridaRecreation & Parks
Verified September 30, 2026 against myfwc.com
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Recreation & Parks — Florida
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- ~$80/year savings
- Where it applies
- Florida
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Military Gold Sportsman's License ($20)?
Military Gold Sportsman's License ($20) is a Florida recreation & parks benefit for veterans, active duty, national guard, reservists. Full Gold Sportsman's License for $20 (regular price $100) for active duty, retired, and reserve military in Florida. The listed value is ~$80/year savings.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Active Duty
- National Guard
- Reservists
- Available to any veteran
- Florida residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Active duty, retired, Reserve, Florida National Guard, Coast Guard, or Coast Guard Reserve members stationed in Florida or claiming Florida as primary residence.
What Military Gold Sportsman's License ($20) covers
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 for Military Gold Sportsman's License ($20)
How to apply
County Tax Collector or online at GoOutdoorsFlorida.com with military ID.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- myfwc.com
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Military Gold Sportsman's License ($20)
Who qualifies for Military Gold Sportsman's License ($20)?
Military Gold Sportsman's License ($20) is for Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists; available to any veteran; florida residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Military Gold Sportsman's License ($20) worth?
The listed value is ~$80/year savings. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Military Gold Sportsman's License ($20)?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Military Gold Sportsman's License ($20)?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other Florida Recreation & Parks
- Veteran Annual State Parks Pass Discount (25% Off)$15-$30/year savings25% discount on Florida State Parks annual entrance passes for all veterans and active duty. Veterans with a service-connected disability get a free lifetime pass instead.
- Free Lifetime Military Entrance Pass (Disabled Veterans)Free lifetime pass (~$120/year value)Free lifetime Military Entrance Pass admitting up to 8 people for honorably discharged veterans with any service-connected disability.
- Free 5-Year Hunting and Fishing License (50%+ Disability)~$500 over 5 yearsFree 5-year hunting and fishing license for Florida honorably discharged veterans with a service-connected disability of 50% or greater.