Disabled Veteran Motor Vehicle Tax and Fee Exemption
Exemption from motor vehicle tax and fee for one personal vehicle for disabled veterans.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Nebraska residency
How to apply
Several hundred dollars per year
Apply through the official Nebraska agency.
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Eligibility
Veteran who served on active duty, separated under honorable conditions, and has established a service-connected disability of any rating (including 0%), or is receiving compensation/disability retirement/pension administered by the VA or a military department. Also applies to blind veterans. Must register with the NDVA Military & Veterans' Registry.
Covers
Motor vehicle tax and motor vehicle fee for ONE vehicle owned and used for personal transportation. Plate fees, sales tax, and wheel tax still apply. Effective January 1, 2026.
How to apply
Register with the NDVA at veterans.nebraska.gov, then apply at your county treasurer's office.
Always confirm current rates and rules with the Nebraska state agency before applying.
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