Michigan Veteran Benefits

Michigan offers state-level benefits that complement your federal VA benefits. Use this page to quickly see what’s available and where to apply.

Quick Facts

• Property Tax: Full property tax exemption on your primary residence for veterans who are VA-rated 100% permanent and total, individually unemployable (IU), or receive specially adapted housing (SAH) benefits; unremarried surviving spouses may qualify. Apply with your local assessor (see Sources).
• DMV: Veteran designation available on MI driver license/ID. Disabled Veteran (DV) plates: 100% or P&T/IU may receive a permanent DV plate and register one passenger vehicle with the registration tax waived; 50–99% may receive a standard DV plate (normal renewal cycle). A disability placard/tab is required for accessible parking.
• Education: Children of Veterans Tuition Grant (CVTG) provides up to $2,800 per academic year for eligible dependents at approved Michigan institutions.
• Income Tax Notes: VA disability compensation isn’t taxed. Military retirement pay may be deducted/exempt from Michigan income tax (see Treasury guidance).

Property Tax Relief

Under MCL 211.7b, Michigan exempts real property used and owned as a homestead by a qualifying disabled veteran (100% P&T, IU, or SAH) or the veteran’s unremarried surviving spouse. File the state Affidavit for Disabled Veterans Exemption (Form 5107) with your city or township assessor by local deadlines; include your VA rating/award documentation. Confirm any annual filing or renewal requirements with your assessor.

DMV & License Benefits

Add the Veteran designation to your Michigan license/ID at a Secretary of State office with proof of honorable service. Michigan offers Disabled Veteran plates: veterans with a total or permanently total rating may obtain a permanent DV plate and register one private passenger vehicle with the registration tax waived; veterans rated 50–99% may obtain one standard DV plate (regular renewal rules apply). A disability placard/tab is required to use accessible parking.

Education Benefits

The Children of Veterans Tuition Grant (CVTG) provides up to $2,800 per academic year (amount varies by enrollment level) for eligible dependents of certain deceased or disabled Michigan veterans. Funding may be used at approved Michigan colleges and universities; apply through Michigan Student Aid and your school’s financial aid office.

Hunting & Fishing

Michigan residents who are veterans with a 100% VA disability rating may receive hunting and fishing licenses with fees waived. Carry proof of eligibility and follow DNR application steps.

Spouse & Dependent Benefits

Unremarried surviving spouses may qualify for the homestead property tax exemption. Eligible children may receive CVTG tuition assistance; check your institution for additional campus-based aid.

Michigan Veterans Agency

Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA)

VA Regional Office

Detroit VA Regional Benefit Office
477 Michigan Avenue, Patrick V. McNamara Federal Building, 12th Floor, Detroit, MI 48226

VA Medical Centers & Key Clinics

• John D. Dingell VA Medical Center — Detroit
• Lt. Col. Charles S. Kettles VA Medical Center — Ann Arbor
• Battle Creek VA Medical Center — Battle Creek
• Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center — Saginaw
• Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center — Iron Mountain (U.P.)

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Sources

• MI Treasury — Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption (MCL 211.7b)
• Michigan SOS — Military & Veteran Plate Options (DV plate eligibility)
• Michigan Student Aid — Children of Veterans Tuition Grant (CVTG)
• Michigan DNR — Hunting & Fishing License Information (fee waivers)
• VA — Detroit Regional Benefit Office (address)

Last verified: August 26, 2025