Find the discount. Check the terms. Keep more in your pocket.
Military discounts can show up almost anywhere — retail, home improvement, travel, wireless service,
entertainment, and everyday purchases. The catch is that eligibility, verification methods, and exclusions
are different from one company to the next. Use the resources below as a starting point, then confirm the
current offer directly with the provider before you buy.
Discount eligibility may include
Active DutyVeteransGuard & ReserveRetireesMilitary SpousesMilitary FamiliesGold Star Families
Eligibility varies by offer. Being listed here does not mean every provider extends its discount to every group.
Military Discount Resources
Filter by category or search for a company, service, or type of savings.
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ID
Start Here
ID.me Shop
A directory where eligible users can browse military-specific offers from participating brands after completing the required verification process.
Browse many brands in one place
Offers and discount amounts change frequently
Military verification is built into the shopping flow
GX
Start Here
GOVX
A members-only marketplace featuring offers for eligible military members and other qualifying public-service communities.
Retail, gear, tickets, and lifestyle offers
Eligibility verification required for member pricing
Offers from multiple participating brands are listed in one marketplace
WS
Start Here
WeSalute Marketplace
A military and veteran savings marketplace with participating-brand offers, travel offers, and member resources.
Military-focused discount marketplace
Includes shopping and travel categories
Review membership and offer terms before purchase
AP
Shopping
Apple Veterans & Military
Apple maintains a dedicated Veterans and Military Store. Use Apple's program page to review current eligibility, pricing, and purchase terms.
Eligibility is determined by Apple under its current rules
Verification may be required before military pricing is shown
Product availability, pricing, and exclusions can change
EX
Shopping
ShopMyExchange
The Army & Air Force Exchange Service provides shopping access to eligible patrons under its current access rules.
Shop categories from electronics to home goods
Eligibility rules apply to Exchange access
Check weekly ads, savings, and current promotions
CM
Everyday
Commissary Shopping
Military commissaries provide grocery shopping access to qualifying patrons under current commissary access rules.
Access is determined by the commissary and DoD rules
Additional patron categories may be included
Review identification and access requirements before visiting
HD
Home
The Home Depot
The Home Depot maintains a military discount program. Review the provider's current page for eligibility, verification, exclusions, and purchase limits.
Military-status verification may be required
Eligible products and purchase limits are set by the provider
Current terms should be checked before purchase
LW
Home
Lowe's
Lowe's maintains a military discount program. Review the provider's current page for eligibility, enrollment, exclusions, and applicable terms.
Military-status verification may be required
Eligible products and stacking rules are set by the provider
Current terms should be checked before purchase
AT
Travel
American Forces Travel
A leisure-travel booking resource available to qualifying MWR patrons under the program's current eligibility rules.
Hotels, flights, rental cars, cruises, and packages
Event and attraction ticket options
Eligibility verification is required
IT
Travel & Fun
Information, Tickets & Travel
Installation Information, Tickets & Travel offices provide access to ticket, attraction, and leisure-travel options for qualifying patrons.
Theme parks, events, and local attractions
Travel planning and lodging resources
Inventory and discounts vary by installation
NP
Outdoors
America the Beautiful Pass
The National Park Service publishes current information about America the Beautiful pass options for military members, veterans, and Gold Star Families.
Review the NPS page for current pass types and rules
Identification or documentation requirements may apply
Covered fees and site-specific rules can vary
VT
Entertainment
Vet Tix
The Veteran Tickets Foundation connects eligible service members and veterans with donated tickets to participating events.
Sports, concerts, performing arts, and community events
Account and military-status verification required
Ticket inventory depends on donated availability
SA
Travel
Space-A Travel
Military OneSource provides general information about Space-Available travel. Eligibility, priority categories, schedules, and access are governed by applicable rules.
Eligibility and priority categories are specific
Schedules can change with little notice
Travelers should review current rules and maintain flexibility
VZ
Wireless
Verizon Military Savings
Verizon maintains military and veteran savings options. Review its current program page for eligibility, qualifying plans, and verification requirements.
Available to several military and veteran groups
Qualifying plan and account requirements apply
Some accessory savings may also be available
AT
Wireless
AT&T Military Savings
AT&T maintains military and veteran savings options. Review its current program page for eligibility, qualifying plans, and verification requirements.
Plan eligibility and proof of status are required
Savings vary with the selected plan and lines
Review current pricing before switching service
TM
Wireless
T-Mobile Military Plans
T-Mobile maintains military plan options. Review its current program page for eligibility, pricing, line requirements, and verification terms.
Military status must be verified
Pricing depends on plan and number of lines
Compare the military plan with current promotions
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How to Use a Military Discount Without Wasting Time
The exact process varies, but most military offers follow the same basic pattern.
01
Check Who Qualifies
Look for the exact groups listed: active duty, veteran, Guard, Reserve, retiree, spouse, or dependent.
02
Use the Verification Path
Many companies use ID.me, SheerID, or secure account verification instead of checking documents at checkout.
03
Read the Exclusions
Sale items, gift cards, services, certain brands, special pricing, and stacked promotions may be excluded.
04
Compare Final Prices
A public sale or promo code can occasionally beat a military offer. Compare totals before checking out.
Military Discount FAQ
Is there one military ID or verification method that works everywhere?
No. Each business sets its own eligibility and verification rules. Some use a secure third-party verification service, some link the discount to a customer account, and some verify eligibility in person.
Do veterans automatically qualify for every military discount?
No. Some offers include all veterans, while others are limited to active duty, retirees, specific discharge statuses, or other defined groups. Always check the provider's current eligibility language.
Can military spouses use military discounts?
Sometimes. A number of programs specifically include spouses, but others require the service member to be the purchaser or account holder. The individual offer's terms control.
Can a military discount be combined with a sale or coupon?
It depends on the company. Many military discounts have stacking restrictions. Compare the military price, sale price, and available public promotions to see which produces the best final total.
Why do military discounts change?
Military discounts are generally voluntary company programs rather than a universal entitlement. Companies may change the amount, eligible products, verification provider, or availability at any time.
What if a local store says it does not offer the discount?
Some restaurant, retail, and service locations are independently operated or have local participation rules. If a national program exists, review the provider's current terms and confirm participation with the location before making the purchase.
Important: Advice for Veterans provides this page as an informational resource. It does not determine eligibility for any discount, shopping program, recreation program, travel program, government access category, or provider offer. Advice for Veterans is not the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Department of Defense, or another government agency, and inclusion of a resource does not imply endorsement by Advice for Veterans or by the listed provider. Terms, eligibility, prices, exclusions, availability, and verification requirements are controlled by the applicable provider or program administrator and can change without notice. Nothing on this page is legal, financial, tax, or individualized VA-benefits advice. Review the provider's current terms before making a purchase, submitting information, or relying on an offer. Sponsored or compensated placements, when applicable, are identified at the relevant resource.
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