Nike
10% OFFSitewide
Verify your eligibility with SheerID to receive your discount.
Verified Jun 10, 2026
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Military discounts
The Best Military Discounts (2026)
Military discounts reward service across the whole community — active duty, veterans, retirees, National Guard and reserve members, and eligible spouses and dependents. This roundup points you to the strongest, most current savings for 2026 and shows how each group verifies eligibility to claim them. Every offer in our directory lists a last-verified date, so you know what's live before you shop.
Verified discounts to check
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25% OFFUnlimited Plans
Verify with your .mil email address to activate the discount.
Verified Jun 10, 2026
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Under Armour
20% OFFSitewide
Verify your military status with ID.me and the discount applies at checkout.
Verified Jun 10, 2026
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Columbia
10% OFFSitewide
Verify your military status with ID.me and the discount applies at checkout.
Verified Jun 10, 2026
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Cabela's
10% OFFLegendary Salute
Verify your eligibility with SheerID to receive your discount.
Verified Jun 10, 2026
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Carhartt
15% OFFSitewide
Verify your military status with ID.me and the discount applies at checkout.
Verified Jun 10, 2026
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Lowe's
10% OFFEveryday Discount
Verify once with ID.me to use the discount online and in-store.
Verified Jun 10, 2026
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The Home Depot
10% OFFEveryday Discount
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Verified Jun 10, 2026
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How to verify eligibility
- 1.Create a free verification account with ID.me or SheerID — most major retailers use one of these to confirm military status online before applying a discount at checkout.
- 2.Have your proof ready: a Common Access Card (CAC) or Uniformed Services ID for active duty, guard/reserve, and retirees; a DD214 or VA-issued Veteran ID Card for veterans; and a dependent ID for eligible spouses.
- 3.For online orders, complete the identity check on the retailer's site — you'll typically be redirected to ID.me or SheerID, verify once, and receive a code or automatic discount.
- 4.For in-store purchases, ask the associate about their military discount policy and show a valid military or veteran ID; some stores also accept the ID.me digital wallet on your phone.
- 5.Veterans without a physical ID can request a Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) from the VA or add a veteran designation to their state driver's license as accepted proof.
- 6.Re-verify when prompted — verification services periodically expire and ask you to confirm your status again, especially for spouse and dependent accounts.
What kinds of discounts to look for
Travel
Hotels, airlines, rental cars, and theme parks that discount for service members and often extend offers to spouses.
Retail & Apparel
Clothing, footwear, and general merchandise brands offering year-round percentage-off discounts verified through ID.me or SheerID.
Phone Plans
Major wireless carriers offer dedicated military plans with recurring monthly savings for eligible lines.
Home & Auto
Insurance, home improvement stores, and auto services with military pricing and special financing.
Food & Dining
Restaurants and coffee chains with everyday discounts, plus free meals around Veterans Day and holidays.
Entertainment
Streaming services, gyms, movie tickets, and attractions with member or military rates.
Financial
Banks, credit unions, and lenders offering fee waivers and rate benefits under programs like the SCRA.
Tips to save more
- Check the last-verified date on every offer before you shop — deals change often, and a stale listing may no longer be honored.
- Confirm the eligibility group for each discount; some are active-duty only, while others include veterans, retirees, guard/reserve, and dependents.
- Stack a military discount with sale prices, coupon codes, or credit card rewards where the retailer's terms allow it.
- Always ask about a military discount even when it isn't advertised — many local businesses and franchises honor one on request.
- Verify once with ID.me or SheerID and reuse that account across participating retailers to skip repeating the process each time.
Browse the full discount directory
Every listing shows who's eligible and when it was last verified.
See all military discounts →Frequently asked questions
Who qualifies for military discounts in 2026?
Eligibility varies by offer but generally includes active duty, veterans, retirees, National Guard and reserve members, and in many cases spouses and dependents. Each listing in our directory shows exactly which groups qualify.
Do I need an ID.me or SheerID account?
For most online military discounts, yes — retailers use ID.me or SheerID to confirm your status. You verify once, then reuse the same account across participating stores. In-store, a valid military or veteran ID is usually enough.
Can veterans get the same discounts as active-duty members?
Often, but not always. Many offers cover both, while some are limited to active duty. Veterans can prove eligibility with a DD214, a VA-issued Veteran ID Card, or a veteran designation on a state driver's license.
Do spouses and dependents qualify?
Frequently, yes. A growing number of retailers extend military discounts to spouses and dependents who verify through ID.me or SheerID with a dependent ID. Check each offer's eligibility details to be sure.
Why does Homefront Hub show a last-verified date?
Military discounts change without notice. The last-verified date tells you when we last confirmed the offer was live, so you can trust what you see and avoid arriving at checkout to find a deal has expired.
Can I combine a military discount with other deals?
Sometimes. Many retailers let you stack a military discount with sales or card rewards, but others exclude it from promotions. Always read the offer terms, and ask staff in-store if you're unsure.