Hardship Assistance Grant

Hardship Assistance Grant is sponsored by Nevada Department of Veterans Services. Offers financial assistance to veterans and their families facing housing hardships, including help with rent, utilities, and other housing-related expenses.

Nevada Military and Veterans Benefits | The Official Army Benefits Website Nevada Military and Veterans Benefits Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Health and Insurance Benefits Parks and Recreation Benefits U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Facilities in Nevada Nevada Military Resource Locator Summary of Nevada Military and Veterans Benefits: Nevada offers special benefits for service members, Veterans and their families including state employment preferences, education and tuition assistance, vehicle tags, disabled Veteran property tax exemption, state Veterans cemeteries, as well as hunting and fishing license privileges.

Eligibility for some benefits may depend on residency, military component, and Veteran disability status. Nevada Department of Veterans Services, Veterans Service Officers (VSOs): The Nevada Department of Veterans Services has trained VSOs located throughout the state who can assist Veterans and their families find and apply for benefits under federal, state and local laws. All their services are provided free of charge.

Please scroll to the bottom of the page at the “Learn more…” link below for a directory of Nevada VSOs Learn more about Nevada Department of Veterans Services, Veterans Service Officers Nevada State Military and Veterans Benefit Highlights and Eligibility What are my Nevada Military and Veteran State Tax Benefits? Nevada Income Taxes: There are no individual income taxes in Nevada.

Distributions received from the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) are not taxed. Learn more about Nevada Income Taxes Nevada Wartime Veteran’s Property Tax Exemption: Nevada offers an annual property tax exemption for Veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during a wartime period. This exemption can be applied toward either vehicle privilege taxes or real property taxes.

For 2024–2025 Veterans are eligible for an assessed value deduction of $3,440. Nevada Veteran’s Exemption Amounts Who is eligible for Nevada Veteran’s Property Tax Exemption? To be eligible the Veteran must have served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces for a minimum of 90 continuous days and received an honorable discharge.

At least one day of the Veteran’s service must have occurred during one of the following time periods: December 7, 1941, through December 31, 1946 June 25, 1950, through May 7, 1975 September 26, 1982, through December 1, 1987 December 20, 1989, through January 31, 1990 August 2, 1990, through April 11, 1991 December 5, 1992, through March 31, 1994 November 20, 1995, through December 20, 1996 During a period when a campaign or expeditionary medal has been authorized For more information and to apply, Veterans should contact their local County Assessor's office.

Links to county assessors can be found at the bottom of the webpage at the Learn more… link below. Nevada Revised Statues 361.

090 Nevada Veteran's Exemptions Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Nevada Wartime Veteran's Property Tax Exemption Nevada Disabled Veteran’s Property Tax Exemption: The Nevada Disabled Veteran’s Property Tax Exemption is available for Veterans who have a permanent service-connected disability of at least 60%. The amount of exemption is based on the Veteran’s disability percentage.

Veterans may choose to apply the exemption toward taxes on real property or vehicle registration taxes.

The 2025-2026 fiscal year amounts: 60% - 79% disabled - $17,700 assessed value (approximately $620 for property or up to $708 for vehicles per fiscal year) 80% - 99% disabled - $26,550 assessed value (approximately $929 for property or up to $1,062 for vehicles per fiscal year) 100% disabled - $35,400 assessed value (approximately $1,239 for property or up to $1,416 for vehicles per fiscal year) Nevada Veteran’s Exemption Amounts Who is eligible for the Nevada Disabled Veteran’s Property Tax Exemption?

To be eligible for the Nevada Disabled Veteran property tax exemption the Veteran must be a Nevada resident, received an honorable discharge and have a service-connected disability of rating 60% or more. A surviving spouse who was married to and living with an eligible disabled Veteran for five years prior to their death is also eligible. For more information and to apply applicants should contact their local County Assessor's office.

Links to county assessors can be found at the bottom of the webpage at the Learn more… link below. Nevada Revised Statutes 361. 091 Nevada Veteran's Exemptions Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Nevada Disabled Veteran's Property Tax Exemption What are my Nevada Military and Veteran Education Benefits?

Waiver of Tuition for Nevada National Guard Service Members: Service members serving in the Nevada National Guard are eligible for a waiver of resident tuition and certain lab fees at state supported educational institutions. This waiver is not available at the William S. Boyd School of Law, the University of Nevada School of Medicine, or the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine.

Who is eligible for a Waiver of Tuition for Nevada National Guard Service Members? To be eligible for the waiver, applicants must be an active service member in good standing in the Nevada National Guard at the beginning of and throughout the entire semester they are receiving the waiver. Students are required to maintain at least a 2.

0 grade point average to remain eligible. For more information, please call 775-887-7326 . Nevada Revised Statutes 396.

544 Nevada National Guard Education Services Facebook Page Nevada System Of Higher Education, State Colleges and Universities Nevada System Of Higher Education, Board Policy Statements, Fees and Expenses Learn more about Waiver of Tuition for Nevada National Guard Service Members Tuition Waiver for Children and Surviving Spouse of Nevada National Guard Service Members Killed in the Line of Duty: Children and the surviving spouse of a Nevada National Guard Service member who was killed in the line of duty are eligible for a waiver of resident tuition and lab fees at state supported educational institutions.

This waiver is not available at the William S. Boyd School of Law, the University of Nevada School of Medicine, or the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine. Who is eligible for the Tuition Waiver for Children and Surviving Spouse of Nevada National Guard Service Members Killed in the Line of Duty?

A child or the surviving spouse of a Nevada National Guard Service member killed in the line of duty are eligible for a waiver of tuition and lab fees. Children may use the waiver for 10 years after they turn 18, or if they enroll before age 18 the limitation is 10 years after enrollment. A surviving spouse may use the waiver for 10 years after the date of the death of the service member.

Students receiving this waiver must maintain at least a 2. 0 grade point average to remain eligible. For more information students should contact their educational institution.

Nevada Revised Statutes 396.

5442 Nevada System Of Higher Education, State Colleges and Universities Nevada System Of Higher Education, Board Policy Statements, Fees and Expenses Learn more about the Tuition Waiver for Children and Surviving Spouse of Nevada National Guard Service Members Killed in the Line of Duty Nevada Tuition Waiver for Children and Surviving Spouse of a Service Member Declared a Prisoner of War (POW) or Missing in Action (MIA): The children and spouse of a service member serving in the U.S. Armed Forces who is permanently stationed in Nevada and is declared a POW or MIA are eligible for a waiver of resident tuition and lab fees at state supported educational institutions.

This waiver is not available at the William S. Boyd School of Law, the University of Nevada School of Medicine, or the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine. Who is eligible for the Nevada Tuition Waiver for Children and Surviving Spouse of a Service Member Declared a POW or MIA?

The spouse or children of a service member declared a POW or MIA are eligible for this waiver. Children may use the waiver for 10 years after they turn 18, or if they enroll before age 18 the limitation is 10 years after enrollment. A surviving spouse may use the waiver for 10 years after the date the service member was declared a POW or MIA.

Students receiving this waiver must maintain at least a 2. 0 grade point average to remain eligible. For more information students should contact their educational institution.

Nevada Revised Statutes 396.

5445 Nevada System Of Higher Education, State Colleges and Universities Nevada System Of Higher Education, Board Policy Statements, Fees and Expenses Learn more about the Nevada Tuition Waiver for Children and Surviving Spouse of a Service Member Declared a Prisoner of War or Missing in Action Nevada Tuition Waiver for Purple Heart Recipients and their Children: Purple Heart recipients and their children may be eligible for a waiver of tuition, lab and other associated fees at state supported educational institutions.

Who is eligible for the Nevada Tuition Waiver for Purple Heart Recipients and their Children?

Students must meet the following requirements: Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces Enrolled in a program leading to a certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, or professional degree Child of an eligible Veteran: Graduated from a Nevada high school Veteran parent is currently, or at time of death a Nevada resident Children are eligible for 10 years after they turn 18, or if they enroll before age 18 the limitation is 10 years from the date of enrollment.

Students must use all available federal tuition assistance before they are eligible for a waiver. To apply for the waiver applicants must submit a completed Nevada System of Higher Education, Fee Waiver for Veteran Recipients of the Purple Heart and their Children , and any required documentation (listed on the application) to the Nevada System Of Higher Education, State College or University they plan to attend.

Nevada Revised Statutes 396. 5443 Nevada System Of Higher Education, Board Policy Statements, Fees and Expenses Learn more about the Nevada Tuition Waiver for Purple Heart Recipients and their Children Nevada Tuition Waiver for Medal of Honor Recipients and their Children: Medal of Honor recipients and their children may be eligible for a waiver of tuition, lab and other associated fees at state supported educational institutions.

Who is eligible for the Nevada Tuition Waiver for Medal of Honor Recipients and their Children?

Students must meet the following requirements: Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces Awarded the Medal of Honor Enrolled in a program leading to a certificate, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, or professional degree Child of an eligible Veteran: Graduated from a Nevada high school Veteran parent is currently, or at time of death a Nevada resident Children are eligible for 10 years after they turn 18 or, if they enroll before age 18 the limitation is 10 years from the date of enrollment.

Students must use all available federal tuition assistance before they are eligible for a waiver. For more information and to apply, please contact the Nevada System Of Higher Education, State College or University they plan to attend.

Learn more about the Nevada Tuition Waiver for Medal of Honor Recipients and their Children Nevada In-State Tuition for Nonresident Veterans who were Stationed in Nevada when Discharged: U.S. Armed Forces Veterans who were honorably discharged from active duty service while stationed in Nevada (including the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center at Pickel Meadows, California) are eligible for in-state tuition.

Nevada Revised Statues 396.

540 Nevada System Of Higher Education, State Colleges and Universities Learn more about Nevada In-State Tuition for Nonresident Veterans who were Stationed in Nevada when Discharged Nevada In-State Tuition for Nonresident Veterans within Five Years of Discharge: Nonresident Veterans who were honorably discharged within five years prior to enrolling at a Nevada state supported educational institution are charged in-state tuition.

Nevada Revised Statues 396.

540 Nevada System Of Higher Education, State Colleges and Universities Learn more about Nevada In-State Tuition for Nonresident Veterans within Five Years of Discharge Nevada In-State Tuition for Nonresident Active Duty Service Members, Spouse and Children: Nonresident active duty service members serving in the U.S. Armed Forces who are stationed in Nevada, as well as their spouse and children, are eligible for in-state tuition.

This benefit also applies to active duty service members stationed at the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center at Pickel Meadows, California. The spouse and children of an active duty service member who are reassigned outside of Nevada will remain eligible as long as they remain continuously enrolled at a Nevada state supported educational institution. Nevada Revised Statues 396.

540 Nevada System Of Higher Education, State Colleges and Universities Learn more about Nevada In-State Tuition for Nonresident Active Duty Service Members, Spouse and Children Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE), Grants-in-Aid Tuition Assistance: The NSHE, Grants-in-Aid program provides tuition grants at Nevada state supported educational institutions for the spouse and children of active duty service members who were killed in the line of duty while permanently stationed in Nevada.

The amount of the grant is based on available funding and the number of applicants. This benefit is also available to service members, their spouse and children while the service member is assigned to an ROTC detachment at a state supported educational institution. Grant recipients must maintain at least a 2.

0 grade point average. These grants do not include lab or other special course fees and may not be used at the William S. Boyd School of Law, the University of Nevada School of Medicine, or the University of Nevada Las Vegas, School of Dental Medicine.

Nevada System Of Higher Education, State Colleges and Universities NSHE, Board Policy Statements, Financial Aid Learn more about Nevada System of Higher Education, Grants-in-Aid Tuition Assistance Nevada Operation Recognition, Diplomas for Wartime Veterans: Nevada School Districts may issue a standard high school diploma to Veterans who left high school before receiving their diploma to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Who is eligible for Nevada Operation Recognition, Diplomas for Wartime Veterans?

To be eligible Veterans must meet the following requirements: Served during World War II through the Vietnam Era (between September 16, 1940, and May 7, 1975) Received an honorable discharge Attended a high school in Nevada before enlisting in the U.S. Armed Forces The Veteran, guardian of a disabled Veteran, or a family member of an eligible deceased Veteran can apply for a diploma.

Applicants must submit a completed Nevada Operation Recognition, Diplomas for Wartime Veterans Application and provide a copy of the Veteran’s certificate of honorable discharge or DD214 to: Nevada Department of Veterans Services 555 E. Washington Avenue, Rm 3200 For more information, please call 775-486-3830.

Learn more about Nevada Operation Recognition, Diplomas for Wartime Veterans Nevada Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children (MIC3): Thepurpose of this compact is to remove barriers to educational success imposed on children of military families because of frequent moves and deployment of their parents by: Facilitating the prompt enrollment of children of military families and ensuring that they are not placed at a disadvantage due to difficulty in the transfer of educational records from the previous school district or variations in entrance or age requirements Facilitating the student placement process through which children of military families are not disadvantaged by variations in attendance requirements, scheduling, sequencing, grading, course content or assessment.

Facilitating the qualification and eligibility for enrollment, educational programs and participation in extracurricular academic, athletic and social activities Facilitating the on-time graduation of children of military families Providing for the enforcement of administrative rules implementing the provisions of this compact Providing for the uniform collection and sharing of information between and among member states, schools and military families under this compact Promoting coordination between this compact and other compacts affecting military children Promoting flexibility and cooperation between the educational system, parents and the student to achieve educational success for the student Phone: 702-799-5879 / 702-688-4330 Learn more about the Nevada Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children Nevada Purple Star Schools Program for Military-Friendly Schools: The Nevada Purple Star School program recognizes schools that show a major commitment to students and families connected to the U.S. Armed Forces.

Schools that earn the award will receive a special Purple Star recognition to display at their campus. For a school to qualify for the Purple Star Award they must appoint a school liaison who is specially trained to handle the unique challenges experienced by military families. This liaison will ensure that other teachers at their school are aware of special considerations that students from military families can benefit from.

Each school will also have a dedicated page on their school website featuring resources for military families. For more information, please call 702-668-4330. Nevada Purple Star Schools Military Child Education Coalition Purple Star School Program Learn more about the Nevada Purple Star Schools Program for Military-Friendly Schools What are my Nevada Military and Veteran Employment Benefits?

Nevada State Employment Veterans Hiring Preference: Nevada offers a hiring preference for state jobs to honorably discharged Veterans, National Guard service members and surviving spouses.

Veterans with a service-connected disability (the highest preference) Surviving spouse of an active duty service member killed in the line of duty Members of the U.S. Armed Forces Reserves or Nevada National Guard Deceased Veteran’s surviving spouse For more information, please call 775-684-0150, or email hrm@admin. nv. gov .

Nevada Division of Human Resource Management, Veteran Definition and Documentation Guide Nevada Revised Statues 284-260 Learn more about Nevada State Employment Veteran Hiring Preference Federal Employment Veteran's Hiring Preferences: By Federal law, Veterans who are disabled or who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces during certain specified time periods or in military campaigns are entitled to preference over non-Veterans in hiring into the Federal civil service and in retention during reduction in force.

Veterans may be entitled to 5 or 10 points included in any scoring process for examination or interviews.

5-point Hiring Preference : Five points are added to the examination score or rating of a Veteran who served: During the period April 28, 1952, through July 1, 1955, or For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976, or During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992, or For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010, the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom, or In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal has been authorized.

Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti, qualifies for preference 10-point Compensable Disability (CP) Preference: Ten points are added to the examination score or rating of a Veteran who served at any time and who has a compensable service-connected disability rating of at least 10% but less than 30% .

10-Point 30% Compensable Disability Preference (CPS): Ten points are added to the passing examination score or rating of a Veteran who served at any time and who has a compensable service-connected disability rating of 30% or more .

10-Point Disability Preference (XP): Ten points are added to the passing examination score or rating of: Veteran who served at any time and has a present service-connected disability or is receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension from the military or the VA but does not qualify as a CP or CPS, or Veteran who received a Purple Heart 10-Point Derived Preference (XP): Ten points are added to the passing examination score or rating of spouses, surviving spouses, or mothers of Veterans.

Both a mother and a spouse (including surviving spouse) may be entitled to preference based on the same Veteran's service if they both meet the requirements. However, neither may receive preference if the Veteran is living and is qualified for Federal employment.

Ten points are added to the passing examination score or rating of the spouse of a disabled Veteran who is disqualified for a federal position along the general lines of their usual occupation because of a service-connected disability.

Such a disqualification may be presumed when the Veteran is unemployed and: Is rated by appropriate military or VA authorities to be 100% disabled and/or unemployable, or Has retired, been separated, or resigned from a civil service position because of a disability that is service connected in origin, or Has attempted to obtain a civil service position or other position along the lines of their usual occupation and has failed to qualify because of a service-connected disability Preference may be allowed in other circumstances but anything less than the above warrants a more careful analysis.

A campaign medal holder or Gulf War Veteran who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980, (or began active duty on or after October 14, 1982, and has not previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty) must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty.

The 24-month service requirement does not apply to 10-point preference eligible Veterans separated for disability incurred or aggravated in the line of duty, or to Veterans separated for hardship or other reasons under Title 10 U.S.C. 1171 or 1173 .

Learn more about Federal Employment Veterans' Hiring Preferences Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA): USERRA protects civilian job rights and benefits for Veterans and members of reserve components.

USERRA also protects service member rights and benefits by clarifying the law, improving enforcement mechanisms, and adding Federal Government employees to those employees already eligible to receive Department of Labor assistance in processing claims.

Absence from Work for Military Duty: USERRA establishes the cumulative length of time that an individual may be absent from work for military duty and retain reemployment rights to five years.

Exceptions to the five-year limit, include initial enlistments lasting more than five years, periodic National Guard and U.S. Armed Forces Reserve training duty, and involuntary active duty extensions and recalls, especially during a time of national emergency.

USERRA establishes that reemployment protection does not depend on the timing, frequency, duration, or nature of an individual's service if the basic eligibility criteria are met. Disability Accommodation: USERRA provides protection for disabled Veterans, requiring employers to make reasonable efforts to accommodate the disability.

Service members recovering from injuries received during service or training may have up to two years from the date of completion of service to return to their jobs or apply for reemployment.

Return to Work without Loss of Seniority: USERRA provides that returning service members are reemployed in the job that they would have attained had they not been absent for military service, with the same seniority, status and pay, as well as other rights and benefits determined by seniority.

USERRA also requires that reasonable efforts (such as training or retraining) be made to enable returning service members to refresh or upgrade their skills to help them qualify for reemployment. USERRA also provides that while an individual is performing military service, they are deemed to be on a furlough or leave of absence and are entitled to the non-seniority rights accorded other individuals on non-military leaves of absence.

Extension of Health and Pension Plans: Health and pension plan coverage for service members is provided for by USERRA. Individuals performing military duty of more than 30 days may elect to continue employer sponsored health care for up to 24 months; however, they may be required to pay up to 102% of the full premium.

For military service of less than 31 days, health care coverage is provided as if the service member had remained employed. USERRA clarifies pension plan coverage by making explicit that all pension plans are protected. Who is eligible for USERRA Benefits?

Veterans, U.S. Armed Forces Reserve service members, or National Guard service members who leave a position for training or active military service are eligible. The Department of Labor, through the Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS) helps all who have claims under USERRA, including Federal and Postal Service employees.

VETS Regional Office Locations Learn more about Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act Paid Leave from Nevada State Employment for Military Duty: Nevada state employees who are service members serving in a reserve component of the U.S. Armed forces are authorized a leave of absence of 15 working days with pay per year for authorized training or deployment.

Who is eligible for Paid Leave from Nevada State Employment for Military Duty? U.S. Armed Forces Reserve and National Guard service members who are state employees are eligible for paid leave for military duty.

Learn more about Paid Leave from Nevada State Employment for Military Duty Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR), Veterans Employment Service: Nevada DETR offers Veteran Employment Services designed to assist Veterans and their spouses with career development information, job search resources and training programs designed to increase their chances of finding gainful employment.

Some of the services provided are: Resume and interview preparation Individual employment plans Job skills identification Job search assistance and workshops Services are offered virtually or in person. For more information, please use the Veterans Employment Assistance Interest Form , email veteransemployment@detr. nv.

gov , or visit the nearest EmployNV Career Hub . Learn more about the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation, Veteran Employment Services Nevada Hilton Honors Military Program: The Nevada Hilton Honors Military Program helps make the career transition from service in the U.S. Armed Forces to civilian employment easier for current and former service members.

The Hilton Honors Military Program provides hotel accommodation for required employment related travel.

This includes: Travel for verifiable job interviews Training needed to get or keep a job, or leads to a certification Pre-employment testing such as physicals, drug testing, and aptitude/agility tests The Hilton Honors Military Program may not be used for: Conference attendance or career fairs Relocation or house hunting Non-employment activities Those eligible can receive up to a total of 100,000 hotel points for verifiable employment related activities.

Recipients must have a Hilton Honors account to receive the points. Each state sets its own eligibility and residency requirements. For more information, please email HiltonHonors@naswa.

org or contact the nearest American Job Center . Learn more about the Nevada Hilton Honors Military Program What are my Nevada Military and Veteran Unemployment Insurance Benefits? Nevada Unemployment Insurance (UI): The Nevada Department of Employment, Training andRehabilitation administers the NevadaUIprogram that provides temporary financial assistance for workers who are unemployed.

UI is a partial, short-term replacement of lost wages while workers are seeking other work and is not intended to be a permanent source of income. Employers pay all costs of the UI program.

To be eligible to receive benefits applicants must: Be unemployed through no fault of their own File weekly certifications on time Be physically and mentally able to work Be available for and actively seeking suitable employment Accurately report any work and earnings Claims can be filed online at the Nevada UI online Claimant Self Service webpage or by calling a Telephone Claim Center between 8:00am – 6:00pm (Monday through Friday).

Northern Nevada: 775-684-0350 Southern Nevada: 702-486-0350 Rural Areas and Out of State Callers: 888-890-8211 Nevada UI Frequently Asked Questions Nevada UI Facts for Claimants Handbook Learn more about Nevada Unemployment Insurance What are my Nevada Military and Veteran Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Benefits?

Veteran Designation on Nevada Driver License or ID Card: Honorably discharged Veterans are eligible for a Veteran designation on their Nevada driver license or ID card. There is no charge for adding the designation if renewing a license or completing another license transaction. Veterans who are only getting the designation are charged $8.

25 for non-commercial licenses or ID cards, or $12. 25 for a commercial driver license. Veterans can apply at any Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles Office .

Veterans are required to provide a copy of their DD214 or discharge paperwork as proof they received an honorable discharge.

Learn more about Veteran Designation on Nevada Driver License or ID Card Exemption from the Nevada Governmental Services Vehicle Registration Tax for Nonresident Service Members and their Spouse: Nonresident service members and their spouse who are stationed in Nevada and choose to obtain a Nevada registration are eligible for an exemption from the Nevada Governmental Services Taxes on their vehicles.

To apply for the exemption applicants must complete the appropriate form and submit all required documents (listed on the exemption affidavit) when they register or renew their vehicles.

Nonresident, Active Duty Military Governmental Services Tax Exemption Affidavit (used if both the service member and spouse are listed on the registration) Nonresident, Military Spouse Governmental Services Tax Exemption Affidavit (used if only the name of the spouse appears on the registration) Learn more about the Exemption from the Nevada Governmental Services Vehicle Registration Tax for Nonresident Service Members and their Spouse Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Late Fee Waiver for Service Members Serving in Combat or Combat Support Operations: The Nevada DMV will waive registration late fees for active duty service members assigned to combat or combat support operations.

Service members are required to submit a Nevada DMV, Active Duty Military Combat Affidavit when they renew their vehicle registration.

Learn more about Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles Late Fee Waiver for Service Members Serving in Combat or Combat Support Operations Nevada Military and Veteran Vehicle License Plates: The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offers 11 distinctive license plate designs to honor the service and sacrifice of service members, Veterans, retired service members, and eligible family members.

All Nevada Veteran license plates must be requested in person at any Nevada DMV Office . Specific eligibility and documentation will apply. Nevada Medal of Honor License Plate: The Nevada Medal of Honor Plate license plate is available for Medal of Honor recipients for an initial fee of $8.

50 with no annual renewal fee. Who is Eligible for the Nevada Medal of Honor License Plate? Nevada residents who were awarded the Medal of Honor are eligible for this license plate.

Applicants must provide a completed Nevada DMV, Veteran Special License Plate Application and official documentation (listed on the application) as proof they received the Medal of Honor. Nevada Purple Heart Recipient License Plate: The Nevada Purple Heart recipients for an initial fee of $8. 50 with no annual renewal fee.