State Benefit·West Virginia·💼Employment

Military Incentive Credit (Employer Tax Credit)

Tax credit for WV employers who hire economically disadvantaged veterans, disabled veterans, or Guard/Reserve members.

Verified May 12, 2026againsttax.wv.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Employment — West Virginia
Who it's for: Veterans, National Guard, Reservists
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Estimated value: Up to $1,500 employer tax credit
Where it applies: West Virginia
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Military Incentive Credit (Employer Tax Credit)?

Military Incentive Credit (Employer Tax Credit) is a West Virginia employment benefit for veterans, national guard, reservists. Tax credit for WV employers who hire economically disadvantaged veterans, disabled veterans, or Guard/Reserve members. The listed value is Up to $1,500 employer tax credit.

Who qualifies

VeteransNational GuardReservists

Available to any veteran
West Virginia residency

How to apply

Apply through the official West Virginia agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Employer-facing benefit (statutory authority: WV Code §21A-2C). Employers must hire economically disadvantaged veterans, disabled veterans, or unemployed WV National Guard/US Reserve members. The veteran employee must be certified as eligible by WorkForce West Virginia and remain in continuous employment for at least one year.

What Military Incentive Credit (Employer Tax Credit) covers

Covers

Economically disadvantaged veterans: 30% of the first $5,000 in wages = up to $1,500 credit. Disabled veterans: VA-rated percentage of service-connected disability multiplied by the first $5,000 in wages. National Guard/Reserve members: 25% of the first $5,000 in wages = up to $1,250 credit.

How to apply for Military Incentive Credit (Employer Tax Credit)

How to apply

Employers file WV Schedule J with their business tax return. Certification through WorkForce West Virginia.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: tax.wv.gov

Apply at: veterans.wv.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.

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Frequently asked questions about Military Incentive Credit (Employer Tax Credit)

Who qualifies for Military Incentive Credit (Employer Tax Credit)?▾

Military Incentive Credit (Employer Tax Credit) is for Veterans, National Guard, Reservists; available to any veteran; west virginia residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How much is Military Incentive Credit (Employer Tax Credit) worth?▾

The listed value is Up to $1,500 employer tax credit. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.

How do I apply for Military Incentive Credit (Employer Tax Credit)?▾

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 Military Incentive Credit (Employer Tax Credit)?▾

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.

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