Free Fishing License (and Separate Hunting License) for 100% Disabled Veterans
Free fishing license (PA Fish and Boat Commission) for PA resident veterans with 100% VA service-connected disability. Hunting license is administered separately by PA Game Commission.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Recreation & Parks — Pennsylvania
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- Free fishing + hunting license
- Where it applies
- Pennsylvania
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Free Fishing License (and Separate Hunting License) for 100% Disabled Veterans?
Free Fishing License (and Separate Hunting License) for 100% Disabled Veterans is a Pennsylvania recreation & parks benefit for veterans. Free fishing license (PA Fish and Boat Commission) for PA resident veterans with 100% VA service-connected disability. Hunting license is administered separately by PA Game Commission. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Free fishing + hunting license.
Who qualifies
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Pennsylvania residency
What Free Fishing License (and Separate Hunting License) for 100% Disabled Veterans covers
Overview
Free fishing license (PFBC): PA resident + 100% service-connected disability certified by VA. Per PA Fish and Boat Commission, war or armed-conflict service is NOT required for the free fishing license — only 100% VA SC disability + PA residency.
Free hunting/furtaking license (separate program, PA Game Commission): Requires PA residency PLUS 100% service-connected disability OR loss/loss of use of one or more limbs from war or armed-conflict service. The hunting license has the additional combat/war requirement; the fishing license does not.
Both
Initial application at county treasurer's office with VA documentation. Fishing renewals available online via PFBC. Hunting administered by PA Game Commission (huntfish.pa.gov / pgc.pa.gov).
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: pa.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.
Frequently asked questions about Free Fishing License (and Separate Hunting License) for 100% Disabled Veterans
Who qualifies for Free Fishing License (and Separate Hunting License) for 100% Disabled Veterans?▾
What VA disability rating do I need for Free Fishing License (and Separate Hunting License) for 100% Disabled Veterans?▾
How much is Free Fishing License (and Separate Hunting License) for 100% Disabled Veterans worth?▾
How do I apply for Free Fishing License (and Separate Hunting License) for 100% Disabled Veterans?▾
Where can I verify Free Fishing License (and Separate Hunting License) for 100% Disabled Veterans?▾
Other Pennsylvania Recreation & Parks
See every benefit you qualify for in Pennsylvania
Get a personalized list of federal, state, and local veteran benefits based on your service history, disability rating, and Pennsylvania residency — in under 2 minutes.
Find My Pennsylvania Benefits