Government Benefit
NC Wildlife Resources Commission — Disabled Licenses
Free lifetime hunting & fishing license for NC veterans rated 50%+ disabled
North Carolina resident veterans with a VA disability rating of 50% or more qualify for a free Lifetime Hunting & Fishing License, valid for life as long as the 50%+ rating is maintained. Certification from the VA must be submitted with the paper application (no online application available).
✓ Year-roundIn-storeVerified Jul 2026
Who Qualifies
Veteran
How to Claim
1Submit the Lifetime Hunting & Fishing License application (available on the NCWRC website) by mail or in person with VA certification of your disability rating.
2Customer Service: 833-950-0575.
Proof Required
🪪 DD-214🪪 VA Card