Territory of Puerto Rico Veteran Property Tax Exemptions
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There are several types of property tax exemptions, each with its own eligibility criteria and level of exemption ranging from $5,000 to a complete property tax exemption. The Veteran must have used the home as their primary residence as of 1 January of the taxable year. All exemptions are for the appraised value of the home and the land up to 1,000 square meters in an urban zone or 1 cuerda in the rural zone.
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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Territory of Puerto Rico (Regular) Veteran Property Tax Exemption
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Veterans are eligible for a property tax exemption for up to $5,000 of the appraised taxable value of their home. An unremarried surviving spouse of an eligible Veteran is also eligible for this exemption.
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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Territory of Puerto Rico Service-Connected Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
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Resident Veterans who have a service-connected disability of at least 50% from the VA are eligible for a property tax exemption on the first $50,000 of the appraised value of their home. For more information Veterans should contact their regional Municipal Revenues Collection Center (Centro de Recaudacion de Ingresos Municipales, CRIM).
Who qualifies
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How to apply
For more information Veterans should contact their regional Municipal Revenues Collection Center (Centro de Recaudacion de Ingresos Municipales, CRIM).
The first $50,000 of the assessed value of a home built or bought by a veteran receiving VA compensation for a 50%+ disability is exempt (lot up to 1,000 m² urban or 1 cuerda rural). It can be combined with the $5,000 exemption.
Who qualifies
Residence of the veteran or family as of January 1.
100% of property taxes on a home built, bought or remodeled by a disabled veteran (with lot limits) are exempt, if it's the residence of the veteran or immediate family.
Territory of Puerto Rico Military Retired Pay Taxes
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Legislation was signed by the Governor of Puerto Rico on 29 August 2024 and to be implemented for the 2025 tax year to exempt all military retired pay from territorial taxes. Currently the Puerto Rico Departamento de Hacienda and the Oficina del Procurador del Veterano are working to implement the new legislation. Existing Tax Rules for Military Retired Pay - Puerto Rico taxes military retired pay based on where the service member served. For example, a service member who retired after 20 years, served five years in Puerto Rico and 15 outside Puerto Rico, then ¾’s of their retirement…
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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Military disability retirement pay received as a pension, annuity or similar allowance for personal injury or sickness resulting from active service in the U.S. Armed Forces should not be included in taxable income. Some of the payments which are considered disability benefits include: Disability compensation and pension payments for disabilities paid to Veterans or their families; Grants for homes designed for wheelchair living; Grants for motor vehicles for Veterans who lost their sight or the use of limbs, or; Benefits under a dependent-care assistance program; See for more information.
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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Puerto Rico Taxes on Military Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP) and Retired Serviceman’s Family Protection Plan (RSFPP) Annuities
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Puerto Rico offers a tax reduction based on age for those receiving a retirement pension or annuity from the U.S. Government. Those under age 60 have a standard deduction of $11,000, those over age 60 are authorized a $15,000 deduction.
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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Puerto Rico resident Veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces are eligible for an income tax exemption of $1,500. If married filing jointly and both spouses are Veterans, the exemption is $3,000. For more information Veterans should contact their regional Municipal Revenues Collection Center (Centro de Recaudacion de Ingresos Municipales, CRIM).
Who qualifies
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How to apply
For more information Veterans should contact their regional Municipal Revenues Collection Center (Centro de Recaudacion de Ingresos Municipales, CRIM).
War Surplus Property Exempt from Taxes for Puerto Rican Veterans
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War surplus property acquired by Veterans is exempt from all types of taxes or duties. War surplus must be for the personal use of the Veteran and must not have a total value of more than $5,000.
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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Puerto Rico Department of Driver Services Benefits for Disabled Veterans
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The Territory of Puerto Rico offers several benefits for Puerto Rican Veterans. Automobiles Provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to Disabled Veterans Free from Taxes: Vehicles provided to disabled Veterans with funds from the VA are exempt from vehicle taxes and license fees. Replacement vehicles can also receive this exemption as long as the vehicle being replaced has been owned by the Veteran for their personal use for four years. 100% Disabled Veterans Exempt from Fees for License Plates or Driver’s Licenses: Disabled Veterans who have a service-connected disability…
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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Veterans, their spouse and minor or disabled children are eligible for a 10% discount on fees charged in Puerto Rico parks, such as beaches, zoos, aquariums, vacation centers, camping areas, and recreational areas. This benefit is transferable to the surviving spouse and to the minor or disabled children upon the death of the Veteran.
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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65 th Infantry Regiment Scholarship for the Children of Veterans
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The 65 th Infantry Regiment Scholarship offers the children of Veterans a scholarship when pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree. Students are authorized 12 credits per semester for a bachelor’s degree and 6-9 credits for a master’s or doctoral degree.
Who qualifies
Children must be a resident of Puerto Rico and meet the following requirements to be eligible: An honorably discharged Veteran’s child under the age 26 (no age limit for children with physical or mental limitations); 2.5 GPA is required; High school graduate; Accepted for college admission; Not have outstanding debt with U.S. or the government of Puerto Rico (proof of payment plan can be accepted); Student is not eligible for education benefits from the VA; Only one child per family may participate, and they may not be receiving additional VA educational benefits. For more information, please email Beca65@opv.pr.gov or call 787-758-5760.
How to apply
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Puerto Rico Veteran Government Employees Receive Time Off to Complete Their Education
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Veterans who are Puerto Rico government employees are eligible to receive time off without pay to complete their degree. Veterans must be using federal or territory benefits to complete their degree. Once a Veteran has earned their degree, they must return to government employment within 180 days. Veterans must be reinstated to their previous position or another position of equal category, salary and rank.
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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Deadline
Once a Veteran has earned their degree, they must return to government employment within 180 days.
High School Diplomas for Puerto Rican Wartime Veterans
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Puerto Rican Veterans who left high school before graduation to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War I, World War II, Korea or Vietnam can request a diploma from the Puerto Rico Department of Education. This diploma may be awarded posthumously. For more information, please call 787-759-2000.
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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Free UPR tuition after VA education benefits run out
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Veterans who have used up (or are about to use up) VA education benefits get free tuition at the University of Puerto Rico and its units, plus admission priority.
Who qualifies
Honorable discharge; VA education benefits exhausted.
Puerto Rico Government Employment Veteran Hiring Preference and Reinstatement to Position Rights
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Puerto Rico offers a Veterans’ hiring preference to Veterans applying for employment, reinstatement, or promotion for a job in the government of Puerto Rico. Preference is given by adding 10 points or 10% (whichever is greater) to passing examination scores. Veterans who are required to leave their government job due to being called to active duty service and are not able to take any competitive tests can request to take the test within 180 days after returning to work. If the Veteran passes the test the Veteran’s name must be included in the corresponding list or register. Puerto Rico…
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How to apply
Puerto Rico government employees who are called to active duty are entitled to be reinstated to the same or similar position if they apply within 180 days after receiving an honorable discharge from active duty service. This rule does not apply to government employees who voluntarily enlist to serve on active duty.
Deadline
Veterans who are required to leave their government job due to being called to active duty service and are not able to take any competitive tests can request to take the test within 180 days after returning to work. Puerto Rico government employees who are called to active duty are entitled to be reinstated to the same or similar position if they apply within 180 days after receiving an honorable
Service Credit in Puerto Rico Government Retirement System for Veterans
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Any Veteran who is hired to a job in the government of Puerto Rico for the first time and becomes a participating member of the government retirement systems is eligible to purchase military service credit. Veterans can purchase up to five years’ service credit for the time they served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces, or they were using VA educational benefits. Veterans will be required to pay any required contributions plus simple annual interest at 6% based on their salary.
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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Puerto Rico National Guard Service Members and Retired Service Members Group Insurance
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The Puerto Rico National Guard Institutional Trust (FIGNA) provides $5,000 in life insurance for Puerto Rico National Guard Service members and retired service members.
Who qualifies
Puerto Rico National Guard Service members or retired service members, aged 55 or over but under age 60 who served 20 or more years in the Puerto Rico National Guard are eligible. The Puerto Rico National Guard Service member must have been an active contributing member of FIGNA to be eligible. For more information or to apply please contact FIGNA by calling 787-253-4040, or email servicio@figna.pr.gov . Click “Seguro de Vida” at the “Learn more…” link below.
How to apply
For more information or to apply please contact FIGNA by calling 787-253-4040, or email servicio@figna.pr.gov .
The Government of Puerto Rico will provide free medical care, hospitalization and necessary medications, for Veterans and their Families who are considered low income, as defined in the . Puerto Rico will also provide free medical care, hospitalization and necessary medications to the children of service members who are killed in action.
Who qualifies
Low income Veterans, their spouse and their children under age 21 (25 if a student and any age if the child has a physical or mental disability) are eligible.
How to apply
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Puerto Rico National Guard Retired (GNPR) Service Member Annuity Until Age 60
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Retired Puerto Rico National Guard Service members between the ages of 55 and 59 can receive a $100 per month annuity payment.
Who qualifies
Puerto Rico National Guard Service members between the ages of 55 and 60 who served for 20 years and received an honorable discharge are eligible for the annuity payment. The Puerto Rico National Guard Service member must have been an active contributing member of the Puerto Rico National Guard Institutional Trust (FIGNA) to be eligible. For more information or to apply please contact FIGNA by calling 787-253-4040, or email servicio@figna.pr.gov . Click “Anualidad Retirados GNPR” at the “Learn more…” link below.
How to apply
For more information or to apply please contact FIGNA by calling 787-253-4040, or email servicio@figna.pr.gov .
Documents From Puerto Rico Government Offices Provided Free of Charge to Veterans and their Dependents
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All Puerto Rico government agencies will provide copies of official documents used for benefits claims free of charge to Veterans and their family members.
Who qualifies
Veterans, their spouse, minor children and a deceased Veteran’s surviving spouse and minor children are eligible for free copies of official documents.
How to apply
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Puerto Rico Income Exemption for Veterans and Surviving Spouses when Applying for Public Assistance
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Low income Veterans and their surviving spouse do not have to include VA Aid and Attendance and House Bound Allowance when determining eligibility for public assistance. VA Aid and Attendance and House Bound Allowance Fact Sheet
Who qualifies
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How to apply
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The Puerto Rico Casa del Veterano (Veteran’s House) is a 240 bed facility that provides affordable long-term care for Veterans and their eligible family members. The home has a trained and professional staff who can provide domiciliary care, for those requiring minimal assistance and nursing home care by providing direct nursing care or supervision for activities of daily living. Services Provided: Medical services; Nursing care; Social work; Rehabilitation programs; Dietary service; Laundry service; Recreational, social and cultural activities; Chapel services;
Who qualifies
To be eligible for admission applicants must meet the following requirements: Veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and received an honorable discharge; Spouse of an eligible Veteran; Surviving spouse of an eligible Veteran; Gold Star Parents (parents of a service member who died while serving in combat); Puerto Rico Casa del Veterano Amuelas, Carretera 532 Km 5.6 Juan Díaz, PR 00795 Phone: 787-837-6874, 787-837-6550 Fax: 787-837-3943
How to apply
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