All Veteran Tax Credit

All Veteran Tax Credit (72:28-b)

A person shall qualify for the all veterans' tax credit, if the person is a resident of Bow, who served not less than 90 days of active service in the armed forces of the United States and continues to serve or was honorably discharged or an officer honorably separated from service; or the spouse or surviving spouse of such resident, provided that active duty or state active duty by a member of the national guard or reserve shall be included as service under this paragraph; provided however that the person is not eligible for and is not receiving a credit under RSA 72:28 or RSA 72:35.

Guidelines:

  • Continues to serve or honorable discharge from service or Spouse or surviving spouse of a qualifying Veteran
  • Applicant must apply with a copy of DD214 or equivalent declaring proof of service.
  • Active Duty Veteran (minimum 4 years credible service) may apply with the most recent Leave and Earning Statement
  • Owner of the property on April 1st of the application year
  • NH resident for 1 year prior to April 1st of the application year
  • Applicant's principal place of abode
  • Notify Assessor's Office of any change of address

The Town of Bow offers a $750 tax credit for qualifying veterans and a $4,000 tax credit for service-connected, totally disabled veterans. Spouses of deceased qualifying veterans are also eligible to apply for the tax credit.

Applications are available at the Town of Bow Assessing Office or online on the State of New Hampshire’s Veterans Tax Credit/Exemption page. To apply, please complete form PA-29.

If your property is held in a Trust or you have a Life Estate, you must also submit form PA-33. All property owners must sign the application. A copy of the veteran’s discharge papers (DD 214 or other documentation) is required to complete the application. Veterans can request copies of their discharge papers online through the U.S. National Archives and Records Administration.

Please note that the application deadline is April 15.

Note: If you are receiving a Veteran's Credit in any other Town, City or State, you are NOT eligible to receive the All Veterans' Credit in the town of Bow.