Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability)
Four-year combined small game hunting and fishing license for $10 for veterans with 40%+ disability.
State BenefitSouth DakotaRecreation & Parks
Verified May 12, 2026 against gfp.sd.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Recreation & Parks — South Dakota
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 40% or higher
- Estimated value
- $10 for four-year license
- Where it applies
- South Dakota
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability)?
Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability) is a South Dakota recreation & parks benefit for veterans. Four-year combined small game hunting and fishing license for $10 for veterans with 40%+ disability. Requires 40%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $10 for four-year license.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 40%+ VA disability rating
- South Dakota residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
SD resident AND meet at least one of: (a) totally disabled and limited to a wheelchair; (b) recipient of a VA "K" award or receiving a veteran's allotment for total (40%+) service-connected disability; (c) receiving 40%+ Social Security disability with active-duty service verification; or (d) former Prisoner of War. Honorable discharge implied.
What Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability) covers
Covers
Four-year combined small game hunting and fishing license for $10.
How to apply for Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability)
How to apply
Submit official documentation, $10 fee, and completed application to SD Game, Fish and Parks.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- gfp.sd.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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability)
Who qualifies for Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability)?
Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability) is for Veterans; requires 40%+ VA disability rating; south dakota residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability)?
Requires 40%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability) worth?
The listed value is $10 for four-year license. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability)?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Reduced-Fee Hunting and Fishing License (40%+ Disability)?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other South Dakota Recreation & Parks
- Active-Duty Hunting/Fishing License ExemptionSD resident service members on active duty stationed outside SD are exempt from hunting/fishing license requirements.
- Disabled Veteran/POW/Purple Heart Lifetime State Park Entrance LicenseFree lifetime park entrance + 50% off campingFree lifetime State Park entrance and 50% discount on camping for 100% disabled veterans, POWs, and Purple Heart recipients.