Veterans who have a 100% disability rating from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) due to a service-connected disability or individual unemployability can get a full property tax exemption on their primary residence. A surviving spouse of a veteran who qualified, or would have qualified, for this exemption at the time of the veteran’s death may also be eligible with certain restrictions.
Homeowners are not required to reapply for the exemption annually. Once the exemption is received and approved, it generally remains in effect as long as the homeowner continues to qualify. Circumstances that may affect eligibility include, but are not limited to, the property no longer being the homeowner’s primary residence, the death of an applicant, or no response to a request from the appraisal district for documentation needed to verify continued eligibility, such as a Homestead Audit Verification letter. Please note that the exemption recipient or their legal representative is responsible for notifying the appraisal district of any change in residency or eligibility status.
Remember that there is never a fee to apply for exemptions or for any appraisal district services.
To apply online, visit www.bcad.org, click Online Services, and create a login. Complete the online application and upload a copy of your Texas Driver’s License or TX ID card showing the same address as the property, along with a current letter from the Department of Veteran Affairs confirming your entitlement to 100% disability compensation due to a service-connected disability or individual unemployability, as outlined in Texas Property Tax Code, Section 11.131(b).
If applying as a surviving spouse, please provide the previously requested documentation, along with a copy of the marriage certificate and the veteran’s death certificate.
If you prefer not to apply online, you can request a form by mail, or download it at www.bcad.org under Forms. The Texas Driver’s License or TX ID card rules still apply. Then submit your form and the required supporting documentation electronically via our online contact form located at help.bcad.org, or by mail, fax, or in person using the contact information below.
Contact Information:
Bexar Central Appraisal District
411 N Frio St
PO Box 830248
San Antonio, TX 78283-0248
Phone: 210-242-2432
Fax: 210-242-2454 or 210-242-2453
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