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Free Driver's License (100% Disabled)

Free Ohio driver's license (new, renewal, or duplicate) for veterans rated 100% disabled.

Requires 100%+ VA disability rating

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About this benefit

Eligibility

Veteran with a 100% service-connected VA disability rating.

Covers

Free Ohio driver's license at no cost for new issuance, renewal, or duplicate.

Required documents

VA letter (dated within past year) stating 100% disability, OR DoD ID card stating 100% disabled veteran status. Must be presented at every transaction (new, renewal, duplicate).

How to apply

In person at a BMV deputy registrar license agency.

Verified against official source

Last checked 2026-05-04 against www.bmv.ohio.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Ohio state agency before applying.

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