How to apply for Tennessee Disabled Veteran Hunting & Fishing License ($10 One-Time, Permanent)

Who it's for

Tennessee residents with a qualifying VA disability can get a permanent hunting and sport fishing license for a one-time $10 fee — it stays valid for life, with no annual renewal fees. The license is for veterans who are 100% permanently and totally disabled from a service-connected cause, or who are 30% or more disabled by reason of service in any war. Apply by mail with the TWRA Disability Restricted License application and the VA certification of the disability. The TWRA sales office in Nashville processes the applications.

What you'll need

• TWRA Miscellaneous/Disability Restricted License application
• VA certification showing the disability rating (100% permanent total service-connected, or 30%+ from war service)
• Proof of Tennessee residency

Where to apply

Step by step

1. Confirm you meet one of the two qualifying paths: (1) you have a 100% permanent and total disability from any service-connected cause, OR (2) you have a disability rating of 30% or greater that resulted specifically from service in a war. A rating between 30% and 90% qualifies only under the wartime service path.
2. Confirm you are a Tennessee resident, as residency is required for this license.
3. Gather your required documents: the completed TWRA Miscellaneous/Disability Restricted License application, your VA certification showing your qualifying disability rating, and proof of Tennessee residency.
4. Apply online through the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA).
5. Pay the one-time $10 fee when you submit your application.

What to expect: After you submit your application, the TWRA sales office in Nashville will review it and verify your VA certification. Processing times vary, so contact TWRA directly if you need an estimate. Once approved, your hunting and sport fishing license is permanent and valid for life — there are no annual renewal fees and no further action is needed to keep it active.

Renewals

none — one-time $10 fee, valid for life