Financial Benefits for Veterans in Florida

Local Business Tax Exemption for Disabled Veterans

Under F.S. 205.171, Florida exempts qualifying disabled veterans (and certain surviving spouses) from the local business tax receipt fee when engaging in a business or occupation.

Eligibility: Bona fide permanent resident elector of Florida who was honorably discharged and, at the time of application, is disabled from performing manual labor. The unremarried spouse of a deceased qualifying disabled veteran is entitled to the same exemption. Does not waive liquor license fees.

Estimated value: Waiver of the local business tax receipt fee (issued marked 'Veterans Exempt Receipt')

How to apply: Apply at your county (or municipal) tax collector's office with identification, proof of Florida resident-elector status, and your honorable discharge (DD-214).