Georgia

Full exemption from all ad valorem property taxes on homestead for veterans with 100% service-connected disability.

Veterans with a 100% service-connected disability are exempt from all ad valorem property taxes on their homestead property, up to certain assessed value limits that vary by county. Contact the county tax assessor for specific limits.

Property tax exemption for unremarried surviving spouses of veterans who died in service or of service-connected causes.

The unremarried surviving spouse of a veteran who died in service or of service-connected causes is exempt from property taxes on their homestead property.

Additional homestead exemptions available in many Georgia counties for disabled veterans, varying by county.

Many Georgia counties offer additional floating homestead exemptions for disabled veterans beyond the state-level exemption. Amounts and eligibility criteria vary by county. Contact the local county tax assessor for details.

Exclusion of up to $35,000-$65,000 of retirement income including military retirement pay, depending on age.

Georgia provides a retirement income exclusion that applies to military retirement pay: ages 62-64 may exclude up to $35,000; age 65 and older may exclude up to $65,000; disabled individuals of any age may exclude up to $35,000. This is a general retirement exclusion, not military-specific. VA disability compensation is tax-free under federal law.

Free disabled veteran license plates for veterans with a 100% service-connected disability.

Veterans with a 100% service-connected disability receive free DV license plates. Partially disabled veterans may receive special plates at the standard fee. Apply at the Georgia DDS/Tag Office with VA disability documentation.

Various military specialty plates including Medal of Honor (free), POW (free), Purple Heart, and branch-specific plates.

Georgia offers a variety of military specialty license plates including Veteran, Purple Heart, Medal of Honor, POW, branch-specific plates, and combat veteran plates. Medal of Honor and POW plates are free.

Exemption from ad valorem tax on one vehicle for 100% disabled veterans.

Veterans with a 100% service-connected disability are exempt from ad valorem tax on one vehicle.

Tuition and fee waiver at Georgia public colleges for National Guard members and their dependents who served in combat or on federal active duty.

The HERO Scholarship provides a waiver of tuition and mandatory fees at Georgia public colleges and universities for Georgia National Guard members and their dependents. The Guard member must have served in a combat zone or on federal active duty to qualify.

Loan up to $18,000 for college expenses that is cancelled based on continued Guard service.

Active members of the Georgia National Guard can receive a loan of up to $18,000 for college expenses. The loan is cancelled based on continued Guard service, effectively becoming a grant for those who maintain their service commitment.

Veterans receive in-state tuition at all Georgia public institutions regardless of residency.

Veterans receive in-state tuition at all Georgia public institutions regardless of residency status, in compliance with federal Section 702. The Georgia Board of Regents policy ensures compliance across the University System of Georgia.

Georgia's merit-based scholarships covering tuition for qualifying Georgia residents including veteran dependents.

Georgia's HOPE Scholarship covers a portion of tuition and the Zell Miller Scholarship covers full tuition for higher GPA students at Georgia public institutions. These merit-based scholarships are available to all qualifying Georgia residents, including veteran dependents.

Preference in hiring for state government positions for honorably discharged and disabled veterans.

Honorably discharged veterans and disabled veterans receive preference in hiring for Georgia state government positions.

Priority of service at Georgia DOL career centers with dedicated veteran employment representatives.

Veterans receive priority of service at Georgia Department of Labor career centers. Dedicated Local Veterans Employment Representatives (LVERs) and DVOP specialists for disabled veterans provide job search assistance, career counseling, and training referrals.

Georgia recognizes military training toward professional licensing with expedited processing for veterans and spouses.

Georgia recognizes military training and experience toward professional licensing requirements. Expedited licensing is available for veterans and military spouses.

State program partnering with employers to increase veteran hiring.

The Georgia Department of Veterans Service partners with employers throughout the state to promote and increase veteran hiring through the Veteran-Friendly Employer Initiative.

Free honorary hunting and fishing license with all privileges for veterans with 100% service-connected disability.

Georgia resident veterans with a 100% service-connected disability receive a free honorary hunting and fishing license with all privileges. Apply through the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) with VA documentation.

Free honorary hunting and fishing license for veterans with 50% or greater service-connected disability.

Georgia resident veterans with a 50% or greater service-connected disability receive a free honorary hunting and fishing license. Apply through the Georgia DNR with VA disability documentation.

Three VA Medical Centers in Atlanta, Augusta, and Dublin with an extensive CBOC network.

Georgia has VA Medical Centers in Atlanta, Augusta (Charlie Norwood), and Dublin (Carl Vinson), along with an extensive network of community-based outpatient clinics throughout the state. Georgia also has a large military presence with Fort Eisenhower, Fort Stewart, Robins AFB, and other installations.

State-operated nursing homes for veterans in Augusta and Milledgeville.

Georgia operates state veterans' nursing homes in Augusta and Milledgeville providing skilled nursing care for eligible veterans.

Emergency financial assistance for Georgia veterans in crisis, funded by specialty plate sales and donations.

The Georgia Veterans Service Foundation provides emergency financial assistance to Georgia veterans in crisis. Funds come from specialty license plate sales and donations.

Free readjustment counseling at Vet Centers in Atlanta, Augusta, Macon, and Savannah.

Georgia has Vet Centers in Atlanta, Augusta, Macon, and Savannah providing free readjustment counseling for combat veterans and MST survivors.

Discounted annual ParkPass for veterans and free daily parking on Veterans Day.

Georgia offers a discounted annual ParkPass for veterans. All Georgia state parks provide free daily parking on Veterans Day.

Free 'VETERAN' designation on Georgia driver's license or ID card.

Honorably discharged veterans can have 'VETERAN' printed on their Georgia driver's license or ID card. Present DD-214 at any Georgia DDS office.

Free VA claims assistance with veteran service officers in all 159 Georgia counties.

The Georgia Department of Veterans Service provides free VA claims assistance through veteran service officers stationed in all 159 Georgia counties.

Free burial for eligible veterans at cemeteries in Milledgeville and Glennville.

Georgia operates veterans memorial cemeteries in Milledgeville and Glennville providing free burial for eligible veterans.

Multiple Georgia counties operate veterans treatment courts for veterans in the justice system.

Multiple Georgia counties operate veterans treatment courts providing alternative sentencing and treatment options for veterans involved in the criminal justice system.

Up to 18 days of paid military leave per federal fiscal year for Georgia state employees.

Georgia state employees who are National Guard or Reserve members receive up to 18 days of paid military leave per federal fiscal year for military duty.

Free career training and transition services for veterans at Georgia Piedmont Technical College.

The Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource (VECTR) Center, located at Georgia Piedmont Technical College in Clarkston, provides free career training and transition services for veterans. Operated through the Technical College System of Georgia.