Items of Interest to Military Members/Veterans/Retirees in Las Vegas
1. Tax Exemptions For Military & Vehicle Registration
All military members, reservists, veterans and retirees qualify for a tax exemption on their real estate and automobiles. The exemption amount is based status, which can be found at the following link. The information isn't always clear, you can call (702) 455-3882 with any questions: Clark County Gov Website Exemption Page
* The exemption can be split between your automobile and property (not to exceed the total of the exemption). To apply your exemption to your property tax bill for 1 July, you must return the exemption form by 15 June, or for property purchased between 15 June and 1 July, the exemption form must be returned by 5 July.
If you miss those dates, you won't be able to use the exemption until the following year.
Active Duty Members Requirements to Claim Exemption - This form and a copy of a Leave Earnings Statement (LES) showing the home state is one other than Nevada and is dated within the previous 30-days; these must be presented during each registration period. Confidential information may be blacked out on the LES. If the exemption is being claimed by mail, the LES will not be returned. Active Duty Military Tax Exemption Affidavit
Form VP-203S is to be used only for spouses of servicemembers claiming exemption from Nevada’s Governmental Services Tax requirement for the vehicle listed below because they meet the conditions set forth under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, as amended by the Military Spouses Residency Relief Act (Public Law 111-97). Non-Resident Military Spouse Tax Exemption Affidavit
Additional exemption forms here: Veteran Tax Exemption Form | Disabled Veteran Tax | Exemption Form | Surviving Spouse Exemption Form
Information on vehicle registration: Military Licensing in Nevada
Base Legal's information regarding Military Vehicle and Driver's in Clark County, NV: Legal Brief
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Appointment Link: DMV Appointments
2. Retirement/Separation
Separating or retiring from the military in Nevada? Visit the Nevada Transition Assistance Program (NVTAP) here: NVTAP
New to the VA System? Download your Veteran's Affairs Welcome Kit here: VA Welcome Kit
eBenefits is a joint VA/DoD web portal that provides resources and self-service capabilities to Veterans, Service members, and their families to research, access and manage their VA and military benefits and personal information. The link to access is: eBenefits Website
Get a help filing your disability claim. Veterans Service Officers (VSO) are trained to help you and it free. Use the following link to get contact information: VSO Contact
3. Housing Information
Nevada State Housing Veteran's Housing Information: Veteran's Housing Information
Military HomeStoreStore, Helping Heroes Find Homes: Military Home Store
Find a home to purchase: Find a Home
New Home Builds: New Build
When you record a Declaration of Homestead, Nevada law protects the equity in your home up to $605,000 from general creditor claims (unpaid medical bills, bankruptcy, charge card debts, business/personal loans, accidents) but would not preclude a seizure or forced sale of your residence from general creditors if your equity exceeds the $605,000. Click the following Clark County government's page for information and instructions: Procedures for Recording Declaration of Homestead
4. Entertainment
Nellis Airforce Base Information, Tickets & Travel (Morale, Welfare & Recreation): ITT/MWR
MGM Resorts "Military & Veterans Program" (MVP). The program is available to any active duty military, members of the National Guard & Reserve, retired military, prior service and spouse of eligible military personnel. MVP members receive special discounts on rooms, restaurants, shows and attractions. There is also a special MVP MGM Rewards card that gives an automatic upgrade to Pearl status and the benefits that accompany that MGM Rewards tier. Get more information here: MVP
My Heros Program. All qualifying active-duty military, veterans and first responders — and a companion of their choice — will be eligible for an exclusive myheroes loyalty card. This membership card entitles you to special discounts and offers: My Heros/My Choice
Caesars Rewards® Salute Card. Active duty military and veterans can now enjoy the additional benefits of the Caesars Rewards® Salute card. Salute card holders are automatically upgraded to Caesars Rewards® Platinum status. Program information here: Caesars Rewards® Salute Card
Visit the Nevada State Veterans Memorial, Las Vegas: Nevada State Memorial
Football - Discounted Football Tickets Here: NFL Tickets
State Parks & Recreation: Parks
Hunting & Fishing License: License
Ski - Vegas serves as an excellent starting point for a ski vacation in Nevada, Southern Utah, and California, here are the five best destinations to choose from: Skiing Locations Skiing Military Discounts (All Locations)
Golf - There are over 50 Las Vegas golf courses in the Las Vegas area. Golf courses in Las Vegas date back to the days of the "Rat Pack," making golf an integral part of the lifestyle since the first bulbs of the Strip lit up. There's a golf course on Nellis, AFB as well, it's the Sunrise Vista Golf Course. Use the following links to get further information: Nellis, AFB
Las Vegas Camping - Campgroup Locations
Parking - Trucker-Friendly Parking Locations Nellis, AFB - RV Parking
5. Base Information
There are two military bases in the Las Vegas area. Nellis AFB is located in Clark County Nevada, approximately 8 miles northeast from downtown Las Vegas. Creech AFB is located in Indian Springs about 30 miles northwest of Las Vegas and 50 miles west/northwest of Nellis AFB. The following links are available for your convenience:
Nellis AFB Phone Directory | Nellis AFB Base Housing | Creech AFB Phone Directory | Creech AFB Base Housing
* A loan closet is a program that allows service members, families and loved ones to borrow durable equipment or resources especially as they are awaiting their household good. To get loaner items while waiting for Household Goods to arrive: Loan Closet
* Find out information on other bases: Military One Source
6. Schools
Nellis & Creech AFBs are both in Clark County: Clark County School District Public School | Clark County School District Magnet Schools and Career & Technical Academies
* The It's Your Choice Program allows you want to send your child to attend a school outside of their zone, they could submit a form every year to a school with a reason why they should be able to attend that school. Get additional information and here: It's Your Choice
8. Security
Las Vegas attracts 43 million visitors annually. Crime rates in the metropolitan area are the same or lower than in other cities of comparable size. Clark County's population is 2 million people and climbing. Since Nellis is the most exclusive and guarded community in Las Vegas, on-base crime is significantly lower than off-base. If you choose to live off-base, please refer to the following Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department websites for local crime statistics and sex offender registry: Find Crime in Your Neighborhood | Sex Offender Registry
9. Employment
10. Military Pay
11. Travel
American Forces Travel℠ lets service members, their families, veterans and DOD civilians book their leisure travel and vacations completely online, and at a discount, through its service provider, Priceline. American Forces Travel
Nellis Air Force Base Space A Travel
In the Defense Travel System, or DTS, users can search for airline, hotel, and rental car reservations, check per diem rates, and prepare personal travel documents or, with the proper permissions, documents for others. Defense Travel System (DTS)
**This page was started by me so that service members past and present can have one place for pertinent information that they can use. (This list is not all inclusive, if there's something you think should be added, let me know.) Last updated 10/20/2023**