Veteran/Active Duty 50% Hunting & Fishing License Discount
50% discount on all hunting and fishing licenses, permits, and stamps for veterans and active-duty members.
State BenefitNew MexicoRecreation & Parks
Verified September 30, 2026 against wildlife.dgf.nm.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Recreation & Parks — New Mexico
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Active Duty
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- 50% off all hunting/fishing licenses
- Where it applies
- New Mexico
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Veteran/Active Duty 50% Hunting & Fishing License Discount?
Veteran/Active Duty 50% Hunting & Fishing License Discount is a New Mexico recreation & parks benefit for veterans, active duty. 50% discount on all hunting and fishing licenses, permits, and stamps for veterans and active-duty members. The listed value is 50% off all hunting/fishing licenses.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Active Duty
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- New Mexico residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
New Mexico resident who is currently on active duty in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard for a minimum of 90 days, or an honorably discharged veteran with at least 90 days of active-duty service. Members of the National Guard or Military Reserve Component, and commissioned officers of the U.S. Public Health Service or NOAA, qualify after six continuous years of honorable service.
What Veteran/Active Duty 50% Hunting & Fishing License Discount covers
Coverage
50% discount on all licenses, permits, and stamps. Savings vary depending on licenses purchased. The discount does not apply to application fees, license vendor fees, administrative fees, duplicate license fees, the federal Duck Stamp, or the resident Disabled Veteran Game-Hunting & Fishing License.
Important to know
For general information, contact the NM Department of Wildlife (NMDOW, formerly NMDGF) at 1-888-248-6866.
How to apply for Veteran/Active Duty 50% Hunting & Fishing License Discount
How to apply
Claim the discount when applying for or purchasing any license, permit, or stamp online, by telephone, or at any license vendor. You must be able to provide proof of active-duty or honorably discharged veteran status upon request.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- wildlife.dgf.nm.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 Veteran/Active Duty 50% Hunting & Fishing License Discount
Who qualifies for Veteran/Active Duty 50% Hunting & Fishing License Discount?
Veteran/Active Duty 50% Hunting & Fishing License Discount is for Veterans, Active Duty; available to any veteran; new mexico residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Veteran/Active Duty 50% Hunting & Fishing License Discount worth?
The listed value is 50% off all hunting/fishing licenses. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Veteran/Active Duty 50% Hunting & Fishing License Discount?
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 Veteran/Active Duty 50% Hunting & Fishing License Discount?
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 Mexico Recreation & Parks
- New Mexico State Park Lifetime Veteran Pass$200-$300+/year for regular park usersFree day-use and camping access at all NM State Parks for life for verified veterans.
- Disabled Veteran Reduced-Fee Combination License$10 (saves $40-$80/year)$10 combination game-hunting and fishing license for disabled veterans with any service-connected rating below 100%.
- Free Lifetime Game-Hunting and Fishing License (100% Disabled)$50-$100+/yearFree lifetime game-hunting and fishing license; deer license is included but requires landowner permission for a private-land hunt or winning the public draw, and must be applied for annually.