NY Thruway Toll Exemption
Free unlimited travel on the NYS Thruway for disabled veterans with loss or permanent loss of use of limbs or blindness (VA Form 21-4502).
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Verified September 30, 2026 against thruway.ny.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Transportation — New York
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Free tolls
- Where it applies
- New York
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is NY Thruway Toll Exemption?
NY Thruway Toll Exemption is a New York transportation benefit for veterans. Free unlimited travel on the NYS Thruway for disabled veterans with loss or permanent loss of use of limbs or blindness (VA Form 21-4502). The listed value is Free tolls.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Available to any veteran
- New York residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Must have a fee-exempt vehicle registration from the NY DMV. To get this, you must have been approved for the VA Automobile Grant (VA Form 21-4502) for loss or permanent loss of use of one or both hands or feet, or permanent impairment of vision. This is NOT available to all 100% disabled veterans — it requires the specific automobile adaptive equipment grant.
Step 1: Complete VA Form 21-4502 and submit to your VA Regional Office (NYC or Buffalo).
Step 2: When the VA approves your form, purchase a vehicle with approved adaptive equipment.
Step 3: Obtain a fee-exempt vehicle registration from the NY DMV.
Step 4: Complete the E-ZPass Application for Disabled Veteran Non-Revenue Plan (Form TA-W5175) and submit with your fee-exempt registration to the Thruway Authority E-ZPass office.
What NY Thruway Toll Exemption covers
Contact
Thruway Authority E-ZPass Operations at (518) 471-5848.
Covers
Free, unlimited travel anywhere on the NYS Thruway system.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- thruway.ny.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 NY Thruway Toll Exemption
Who qualifies for NY Thruway Toll Exemption?
NY Thruway Toll Exemption is for Veterans; available to any veteran; new york residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is NY Thruway Toll Exemption worth?
The listed value is Free tolls. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for NY Thruway Toll Exemption?
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 NY Thruway Toll Exemption?
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.