NYTaxes
Veterans’ Real Property Tax Exemptions
Eligibility snapshotEligibility varies by exemption, service period, disability status, ownership, residence, and local adoption
New York authorizes alternative, Cold War, and eligible-funds exemptions. Local governments choose whether to offer some exemptions and set applicable caps; a new permanent-and-total disability exemption begins with qualifying assessment rolls on or after October 1, 2026.
Next moveAsk the local assessor which exemption is adopted, then file the correct application by the local taxable-status deadline.
NYEducation
Veterans Tuition Awards
Eligibility snapshotQualifying New York residents who served during eligible periods or in eligible circumstances and attend an approved program
Veterans Tuition Awards can help cover eligible tuition costs for full-time or part-time undergraduate, graduate, or vocational study, subject to current award and other-aid rules.
Next moveCheck eligibility with HESC and complete both the award application and required financial-aid filings.
NYRecreation
Lifetime Liberty Pass
Eligibility snapshotNew York resident veterans with a qualifying service-connected disability rating
The Lifetime Liberty Pass provides qualifying disabled veterans access to state parks, historic sites, recreation areas, and certain other state outdoor benefits under current program rules.
Next moveReview the rating, residency, and documentation requirements before applying through New York State Parks.
NYClaims support
Gold Star Families Annuity
Eligibility snapshotQualifying New York-resident parents, spouses, or children of a service member who died in service
New York pays an annual annuity in semiannual installments to eligible Gold Star family members. Residency, relationship, and proof-of-service-loss requirements apply.
Next moveGather the required service and residency records, then apply through the Department of Veterans’ Services.
NYClaims support
Veterans Benefits Advisors
Eligibility snapshotVeterans, service members, and eligible family members seeking New York or federal benefits
State-accredited advisors provide no-cost counseling and claims help in offices across New York, by phone, and through virtual appointments.
Next moveSchedule an appointment and bring your discharge, rating, dependency, and relevant medical records.
