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.
Who qualifies
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Pennsylvania residency
How to apply
Free fishing + hunting license
Apply through the official Pennsylvania agency.
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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).
Always confirm current rates and rules with the Pennsylvania state agency before applying.
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