Georgia Disabled Veteran Homestead Tax Exemption

Georgia Department of Veterans Service / County Tax Assessor

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About This Program

Georgia Disabled Veteran Homestead Tax Exemption is available to homeowners in Atlanta, GA.

Qualifying disabled veterans and their surviving spouses are exempt from all Georgia ad valorem property taxes (state, county, municipal, and school) on their primary homestead. The exemption equals the greater of $32,500 or the maximum VA-authorized amount under 38 USC ยง2102, set at approximately $121,812 for 2025. Extends to un-remarried surviving spouses and minor children. No income requirement.

Full property tax exemption, recurring annual savings based on home value and millage rate.

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Must be a qualifying disabled veteran or surviving spouse
  • Exempts ALL ad valorem taxes, state, county, municipal, and school
  • No income requirement
  • Apply at Fulton County Tax Assessor by April 1 each year
  • Contact Georgia Dept. of Veterans Service: 404-656-2300

How to Apply

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404-656-2300

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Apply January 1, April 1 for current tax year

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Georgia Disabled Veteran Homestead Tax Exemption provide in Atlanta, GA?

Full exemption from all property taxes (value ~$121,812 in 2025).

Who qualifies for Georgia Disabled Veteran Homestead Tax Exemption in Atlanta?

Georgia Disabled Veteran Homestead Tax Exemption is open to homeowners in Atlanta, GA. It has no income limit. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Georgia Disabled Veteran Homestead Tax Exemption in Atlanta, GA?

Apply directly with Georgia Department of Veterans Service / County Tax Assessor using the official program link on this page or call 404-656-2300. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Apply January 1, April 1 for current tax year.

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