How to apply for Utah discounted hunting, fishing, or combination license for veterans with a 20%+ service-connected disability
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR)
Who it's for
A Utah resident with a service-connected disability of 20% or greater can buy a discounted hunting, fishing, or combination license from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. You must show verification of the disability: an official letter, statement, or card from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or a branch of the Armed Forces that says your service-connected disability rating is 20% or higher. Once you are approved and buy your first discounted veteran license, you can renew or buy it again at the discounted rate without reapplying. For questions, call the Division of Wildlife Resources at 801-538-4700.
The DWR threshold is a 20% rating. This screen groups ratings in steps (10%, 30%, 50%, 70%, 100%), so it only shows this benefit at 30% or higher; a veteran rated 20% also qualifies and should apply. You must be a Utah resident. DWR decides the application.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- An official letter, statement, or card from the VA or a branch of the Armed Forces showing a service-connected disability rating of 20% or higher
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-801-538-4700
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Utah discounted hunting, fishing, or combination license for veterans with a 20%+ service-connected disability. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need an official letter, statement, or card from the VA or a branch of the Armed Forces showing a service-connected disability rating of 20% or higher — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
one-time approval; renew the license at the discounted rate
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- Supportive ServicesFree VA claims help from Utah Veteran Service Officers (UDVMA)Utah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs (UDVMA)
- Supportive ServicesUtah Veterans Cemetery and Memorial Park (Bluffdale): free burial for veteransUtah Department of Veterans and Military Affairs (UDVMA)
- Elder ServicesUtah SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program): free Medicare counselingUtah Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), through local Area Agencies on Aging
- Medicare SavingsMedicare Savings Programs in Utah (QMB, SLMB, QI): help paying Medicare costsUtah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Medicaid; eligibility decided by the Department of Workforce Services (DWS)
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Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.