Half-Price Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (80-99%)
Lifetime hunting, fishing, combination, or archery license at 50% of the standard cost for NH-resident veterans rated 80%-99% service-connected disabled (100% rating qualifies for the perpetual FREE license instead).
State BenefitNew HampshireRecreation & Parks
Verified May 12, 2026 against gc.nh.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Recreation & Parks — New Hampshire
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 80% or higher
- Where it applies
- New Hampshire
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Half-Price Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (80-99%)?
Half-Price Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (80-99%) is a New Hampshire recreation & parks benefit for veterans. Lifetime hunting, fishing, combination, or archery license at 50% of the standard cost for NH-resident veterans rated 80%-99% service-connected disabled (100% rating qualifies for the perpetual FREE license instead). Requires 80%+ VA disability rating.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 80%+ VA disability rating
- New Hampshire residency
What Half-Price Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (80-99%) covers
Overview
Eligibility (per RSA 214:13): NH-resident veterans rated 80%-99% (less than 100%) service-connected disabled; discharge other than dishonorable. The executive director MAY issue the half-cost license if the rating has been in place 2 years or less, and SHALL issue it after more than 2 years.
Covers
Lifetime fishing, hunting, combination hunting and fishing, or archery license at 50% of the standard lifetime license cost. (The $10 administrative fee in RSA 214:13 applies only to the perpetual license for 100%-disabled veterans.)
How to apply for Half-Price Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (80-99%)
How to apply
Through NH Fish and Game Department with VA disability documentation.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- gc.nh.gov
- Apply at
- wildlife.nh.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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Half-Price Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (80-99%)
Who qualifies for Half-Price Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (80-99%)?
Half-Price Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (80-99%) is for Veterans; requires 80%+ VA disability rating; new hampshire residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Half-Price Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (80-99%)?
Requires 80%+ VA disability rating.
How do I apply for Half-Price Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (80-99%)?
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 Half-Price Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (80-99%)?
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 New Hampshire Recreation & Parks
- Free State Park Day-Use Admission for Disabled VeteransFree state park admissionFree day-use admission to all NH state parks for veterans with any VA service-connected disability rating.
- Free Lifetime Hunting, Fishing, and Archery License (100% Disabled)Free lifetime license ($10 one-time admin fee)Free lifetime hunting, fishing, or bow and arrow license for NH resident veterans with VA total and permanent service-connected disability.