Disabled Veteran Lifetime Hunting & Fishing Licenses
Lifetime hunting and fishing licenses at deeply discounted rates for veterans rated 50%+ disabled.
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Apply directly through the official North Carolina agency.
About this benefit
Eligibility
NC resident veteran with 50% or greater VA service-connected disability rating.
Covers
Lifetime licenses at deeply discounted rates (verify current fee schedule with NCWRC; rates may have updated):
- Inland Fishing License
- Coastal Recreational Fishing License
- Combination Hunting & Inland Fishing License
- Disabled Veteran Sportsman and Coastal Recreational Fishing License (comprehensive): $139
These replace annual licenses that normally cost $25-$50+ each year, so lifetime savings are significant.
How to apply
Application requires U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs certification. Apply online at Go Outdoors NC or mail to NC Wildlife Resources Commission.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-04 against www.ncwildlife.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the North Carolina state agency before applying.
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