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How to apply for Florida Military Gold Sportsman's License (Reduced-Fee Hunting & Fishing Package)
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
Who it's for
Florida residents who are active or retired members of the U.S. Armed Forces, the Reserves, the National Guard, or the Coast Guard can buy the Military Gold Sportsman's License for $18.50 a year — the same package that costs other residents $98.50. It bundles the hunting, freshwater fishing, and saltwater fishing licenses along with the deer, wildlife management area, archery, muzzleloading gun, crossbow, turkey, Florida waterfowl, snook, and spiny lobster permits. Show a current military ID at a county tax collector's office, or verify online through Florida's license portal.
This license is for ACTIVE or RETIRED members of the military — a veteran who separated without retiring does not qualify for this one. Veterans with a 50%-or-higher VA disability rating have a different benefit: free hunting and fishing licenses. Small issuance fees at the tax collector can bring the total to about $20.
What you'll need
- Current military identification card (active or retired)
- Proof of Florida residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
Renewals
annual
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