Disabled Veteran Sportsman's License (50%+ Disability)
Comprehensive hunting and fishing license including all permits for $12/year for veterans rated 50%+ disabled.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Kentucky resident veterans with 50% or greater service-connected VA disability rating. Must obtain a disability license authorization number (valid for 3 years) by submitting a VA Benefits Summary Letter.
Covers
For $12/year, includes: Combination Hunting and Fishing License, all Deer Permits, Spring and Fall Turkey Permits, Kentucky Migratory Bird/Waterfowl Permit, and Trout Permit. A non-disabled resident would pay approximately $95-$190+ for equivalent licenses/permits, so savings of roughly $80-$175/year.
How to apply
Submit VA disability documentation to Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-05 against fw.ky.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Kentucky state agency before applying.
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