Veteran Benefits

Active Duty Military and Veterans

Vehicle Registration and Driver License

Active military members are extended exemptions or exceptions to vehicle title, registration, and Florida insurance requirements. Additional information and forms are available from the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.

All U.S. Veterans

• Veterans are entitled to have the veteran’s designation added to their driver license or ID card for no fee. The veteran designation can be used to show proof of status for discounts at participating merchants.
• Qualified veterans will need to bring proof of veteran status (such as Department of Veterans Affairs ID Card or DD-214) to have the designation added to their license or identification card.
• Florida has many military related license plates, some with specific requirements for military members only. Click here to review the Florida Military License Plates brochure.

100% Disabled U.S. Veterans

• Veterans with a 100-percent service-connected disability are eligible for a no fee driver license or identification card.
• Disabled Veterans are provided issuance of one tax-free disabled veteran license plate.
• Qualified veterans should provide a valid identification card or letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, indicating a 100-percent, total and permanent service-connected disability rating.

Active Military Members

We understand that as a member of the United States Armed Forces your duties may present some challenges in vehicle titling and registration.  We have three offices to serve you or your designated power of attorney in person. However, if you need to process your transaction by email, the Department of Motor Vehicles provides a dedicated email address for military members.  Please email militaryregistration@flhsmv.gov with your contact information and the State will assist in processing your title and/or registration.

Property Tax Exemptions

Homestead Exemption and additional exemptions for seniors, veterans, widows and more may apply to your real estate property. Contact the Flagler County Property Appraiser at 386-313-4150. 

Local Business Tax Receipt

A Fee Exemption form will provide the applicable exemptions and must be completed and submitted with your Local Business Tax Receipt application.

Hunting & Fishing

Hunter education requirements do apply to military members.

Resident Military Gold Sportsmans License – The FWC offers the Military Gold Sportsman’s License to active duty and retired members of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Armed Forces Reserve, the Florida National Guard, the United States Coast Guard or the United States Coast Guard Reserve that are stationed in Florida or claim Florida as their primary residence. Visit Florida Fish and Wildlife for more information.

Free Persons with Disabilities Resident Hunting/Fishing 5-year License – Florida Resident Veterans with a 50% or more disability rating are eligible for a free Persons with Disabilities Resident Hunting/Fishing 5-year license. Eligible customers with proof of disability from the US Department of Veterans Affairs can apply online or at any Flagler County Tax Collector location.