Surviving Spouse of a U.S. Armed Service Member Who Died on Active Duty - DV1S

If you are a surviving spouse of a U.S. Armed Service Member who died on active duty, then you may be eligible for a $5,000 exemption off the assessed value from each of the taxing entities. The following information is required: 

• Disabled Veteran’s or Survivor’s Exemption Application – Form 50-135
• Letter from the VA indicating that the service member died while on active duty
• Marriage Certificate
• Death Certificate

For further information, Disabled Veteran & Survivor exemptions can be found under section 11.22 in the Texas Property Tax Code.

To apply for the Surviving Spouse of a U.S. Armed Service Member Who Died on Active Duty - DV1S, you may submit your application and the required supporting documentation electronically to our Help Center 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