State Registration & Licenses

Discounts for licenses and state parks

Louisiana Veterans can enjoy discounts and fee waivers for hunting and fishing licenses as well as entrance to Louisiana state parks. Certain qualifications apply.

Beginning June 1, 2022
For Non-Resident Disabled Veterans who have a permanent service-connected classification of 50% or more:

• The LDVA Disabled Veteran Hunting/Fishing License Form must be filled out and signed by the veteran and all requested information provided, including:
  • • Copy of valid Driver’s License or State ID
    • Proof of permanent VA disability rating of 50% or more (can be a VA Rating Decision, a My VA Letter, etc.)
    • Veterans requiring a hunter certification number, please visit:  wlf.louisiana.gov
• Please email or mail your completed application and proofs (ID and proof of VA rating) to:
  • Email to michael.jorden@la.gov
  • Or mail to:
    LDVA
    Evangeline Parish VSO
    205 Court St., Suite 4
    Ville Platte, LA 70586

• LDVA will certify the application and email the completed application to LWF (through lifetime@wlf.la.gov, noting “Disabled Veteran” in the email subject line) , where LDWF will certify and send the veteran his/her initial hunting/fishing license.
• Each year after that, the veteran may purchase that new year’s hunting/fishing license either online on your website or in person at any one of the retailers listed at your hunting or recreational fishing license listing on your website under  https://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/page/recreational-fishing-licenses-and-permits

Louisiana residents may also use this process or visit our website (at www.vetaffairs.la.gov/locations/) to find their local VAC office to have their LDVA form certified.  LDVA will forward the application to LDWF for certification on a veteran’s initial licensing.  LWF pays the nominal fee for both resident and non-resident disabled veterans hunting and recreational fishing licenses, so that these licenses are free to the veteran.

• How to Apply

  Visit your local VAC. Find your nearest LDVA Veterans Parish Service Office here.

“Support our Veterans” and other specialty Louisiana license plates

The “Support our Veterans” license plate is available for purchase for a one-time fee of $25 at all Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicle locations. Proceeds support the Military Family Assistance Fund. Other specialty license plates are also available, including the Purple Heart license plate and the Military Honors license plate for disabled veterans.

• How to Apply

  For more information and a complete listing of all specialty Louisiana license plates in support of Veterans and their families, please visit: www.expresslane.org or visit your local Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles.

VETERAN designation and discounts on Louisiana drivers’ licenses and IDs

Veterans can now be recognized through a special VETERAN designation on their official Louisiana drivers’ licenses and IDs. Veterans may also qualify for special discounts or waivers on fees for drivers’ licenses or IDs. Proof of Veteran status is required.

• How to Apply

  For more information on VETERAN designations, contact your local Louisiana State Office of Motor Vehicles. For more about waivers, please contact the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles at (225) 925-6146 or visit your nearest LDVA Veterans Parish Service Office.

Licensing and Certification

Open new doors to employment by getting licensed or certified as a mechanic, medical technician, attorney, or other professional position. Often required for work in certain fields, these tests may be eligible for GI Bill reimbursement. Eligibility requirements apply.