Forms & Permits
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Disabled Veteran and Prisoner of War Reduced Fee Hunting and Fishing Licenses
Mail the Disabled Veteran and Prisoner of War Reduced Fee Hunting and Fishing Application, verification papers and $10 fee to:
South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks
20641 SD Hwy 1806
Ft. Pierre, SD 57532
20641 SD Hwy 1806
Ft. Pierre, SD 57532
Any South Dakota resident who meets one of the following criteria may apply for a reduced fee hunting and fishing license.
- Can provide a copy of a letter from the VA indicating they have received the “K” award or they receive a veterans allotment for a 40% or greater disability which is deemed a service-connected injury and will meet eligibility as established in state law SDCL 41-6-10.2. A current benefits letter from the VA will have the required information.
- Can provide a copy of a letter from the Social Security Administration indicating that they are receiving a 40% Social Security disability and verification that they have served on active duty in the armed forces or as a member of the armed forces reserve or national guard..
- Can provide a copy of the discharge papers verifying the Prisoner of War status.
Applicants must meet eligibility as established in state law SDCL 41-17-13.4. If you do not have these papers in your possession you may contact the Veteran's Administration office in Sioux Falls and have them sent to you.
License is valid for four years.