Disabled Veteran Lifetime Hunting & Fishing Licenses
Discounted lifetime hunting and fishing licenses for NC resident veterans rated 50%+ disabled by VA.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Recreation & Parks — North Carolina
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 50% or higher
- Estimated value
- Discounted lifetime license (specific fee varies by license type)
- Where it applies
- North Carolina
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Disabled Veteran Lifetime Hunting & Fishing Licenses?
Disabled Veteran Lifetime Hunting & Fishing Licenses is a North Carolina recreation & parks benefit for veterans. Discounted lifetime hunting and fishing licenses for NC resident veterans rated 50%+ disabled by VA. Requires 50%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Discounted lifetime license (specific fee varies by license type).
Who qualifies
- Requires 50%+ VA disability rating
- North Carolina residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
NC resident veteran with 50% or greater service-connected disability as determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
What Disabled Veteran Lifetime Hunting & Fishing Licenses covers
Covers
Lifetime hunting and fishing licenses at deeply discounted rates (verify current fee schedule with NCWRC; specific license categories and prices are listed on the NCWRC "Hunting, Fishing & Trapping License" Forms & Applications page). These replace annual licenses that normally cost $25-$50+ each year, so lifetime savings are significant.
How to apply for Disabled Veteran Lifetime Hunting & Fishing Licenses
How to apply
Application requires U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs certification. Apply online at Go Outdoors NC, by phone (833-950-0575, Mon-Fri 8a-5p), or by mail to NC Wildlife Resources Commission.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: ncwildlife.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.
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