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Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption

Full exemption from all county real property taxes for veterans with 100% service-connected disability.

Verified May 12, 2026againstrealproperty.honolulu.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Tax Benefits — Hawaii
Who it's for
Veterans, Survivors
VA rating needed
100% or higher
Estimated value
Thousands of dollars annually
Where it applies
Hawaii
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?

Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption is a Hawaii tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. Full exemption from all county real property taxes for veterans with 100% service-connected disability. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Thousands of dollars annually.

Who qualifies

VeteransSurvivors
  • Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
  • Honorable discharge required
  • Hawaii residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Hawaii agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Veteran totally disabled due to injuries sustained while on active duty (typically a 100% service-connected rating); must own and occupy the property as primary residence; honorable discharge; Hawaii resident. Applies to the veteran or surviving spouse (who has not remarried).

What Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption covers

Covers

Full exemption from all county real property taxes (except the minimum tax). In Hawaii, where property taxes can be significant, this can be worth thousands of dollars annually.

How to apply for Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption

How to apply

File initial Form E-8-10.5 (Honolulu requires a physician's certificate of disability) with your county real property tax office; renewal/continuance is Form E-8-10.5A. Each county (Honolulu, Maui, Hawaii, Kauai) has its own office.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: realproperty.honolulu.gov

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.

Frequently asked questions about Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption

Who qualifies for Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?▾
Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption is for Veterans, Survivors; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; hawaii residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?▾
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption worth?▾
The listed value is Thousands of dollars annually. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?▾
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 Totally Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption?▾
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 Hawaii Tax Benefits

Military Retirement Pay Income Tax Exemption

100% exemption of military retirement pay and SBP payments from Hawaii state income tax.

Full exemption (up to 11% state tax savings)

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