Lifetime Hunting/Fishing License (Disabled Veteran)
Lifetime hunting and/or fishing license at significantly reduced cost for disabled veterans or former POWs (Form 542-0708).
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Iowa resident; veteran with any VA service-connected disability rating (including 0%), OR former prisoner of war.
Covers
Lifetime hunting and fishing combination license. Verify the current one-time fee with the Iowa DNR (recently approximately $65; some older sources cite $7).
How to apply
One-time application with DD-214 and VA documentation to Iowa DNR (Form 542-0708).
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-05 against www.iowadnr.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Iowa state agency before applying.
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