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Ford and Lincoln military and veteran discount

Ford and Lincoln give a cash reward on eligible new vehicles to active duty, retirees, National Guard, and veterans within 24 months of separation, with the amount set by ZIP code and model. You verify with ID.me, then bring the certificate to the dealer, and the offer covers up to five purchases or leases per calendar year.

Veterans: Limited.2

Within 24 months of separation; regional offers may include earlier separations. The program details page specifies an honorable discharge; another Ford FAQ uses broader discharge wording.

Discount
Cash reward varies by ZIP code and eligible vehicleFive eligible vehicle purchases or leases per calendar year
Where
Online, At dealers
How to verify
ID.me, then dealer certificate
Checked on
Against Ford and Lincoln's own page

Go to Ford and Lincoln's military discount page

Who qualifies

Active duty, retirees, National Guard, spouses of active duty and surviving spouses qualify. Veterans qualify within 24 months of leaving the service, and Reserve members need deployment orders or qualifying veteran status.

  • VeteransLimited2Within 24 months of separation; regional offers may include earlier separations. The program details page specifies an honorable discharge; another Ford FAQ uses broader discharge wording.
  • Active dutyYes2
  • National Guard and ReserveLimited1National Guard qualifies. Reservists need deployment orders or qualifying veteran status.
  • RetireesYes2
  • Spouse of active dutyYes2
  • Spouse of a veteranLimited2Household rules apply; confirm the qualifying offer for your ZIP code.
  • Surviving spouseYes2
  • DependentsLimited1US-resident household members can register.

Not stated by Ford and Lincoln: veterans rated 100 percent disabled, Gold Star family and caregivers.1

Proof and verification

Ford and Lincoln checks military status through ID.me, then dealer certificate.

Accepted proof
Veterans: DD214, NGB22, VHIC, VIC or state ID with a veteran designation.DD214: your discharge papers from active duty. NGB22: your National Guard separation record. VHIC: the VA health ID card. VIC: the VA's Veteran ID Card.
How long it takes
Ford describes verification in minutes. Contact support if it remains pending.
At the register
A card alone does not replace the emailed dealer certificate.
Without a smartphone
Use the website and bring a copy of the confirmation email.
Recently separated
Check your separation date against the 24-month rule and ZIP-specific offer.
Privacy
Ford says a valid email and SSN are required for ID.me verification. Submit information only through the linked verification flow.
Verifying again
Check eligibility and offer compatibility before another vehicle purchase.

See every way to prove you are a veteran

Based on sources 1 and 2.

Where it works

You find and verify the offer online, then redeem the certificate at a dealer.

  • OnlineFind and verify the offerAvailable1Enter your ZIP code, then confirm ID.
  • At dealersRedeem the certificateAvailable1Bring the confirmation email.

What is excluded and the limits

  • Only eligible new vehicles. Obtain confirmation for the exact model and ZIP before signing.2
Code rules
Up to five eligible new purchases or leases per calendar year. This is a vehicle-count limit, not a fixed annual savings cap.

The cheapest way to buy Ford and Lincoln as a veteran

The military discount is not always the lowest price. Compare it with these before you buy.

A cash incentive reduces the purchase total, but a lower financing rate can change the total paid over the loan. Request two written totals using the same vehicle, down payment and term. Compare the full cost with and without the military offer.

Dealer staff must confirm which incentives combine.

Exchange availability was not confirmed. Do not assume the same product or offer is available there.

No dated seasonal offer was confirmed in the checked sources.

When Ford and Lincoln runs military sales

This year's offer: announced.

Past and announced offers
OfferStartEndRate
2026 program validityZIP-specific reward1

If the discount does not work

Separated more than 24 months ago

Enter your ZIP code to check for a regional exception.2

Certificate email is missing

Check spam. A dealer can search Certificate Inquiry after the nightly upload.1

Offer differs from another state

Use your ZIP-specific result; Ford confirms market differences.1

A VA benefit that may be worth more

VA automobile allowance

The automobile allowance can pay up to $27,074.99 toward a qualifying specially equipped vehicle. VA pays the seller directly. Specific service-connected disability requirements apply; a rating alone does not establish eligibility.

Check VA eligibility before agreeing to a vehicle purchase.

As of October 1, 2025 · Checked on · Source 1

Read about eligibility and next steps

Changes to this discount

First checked September 27, 2026

Questions about the Ford and Lincoln military discount

Do all veterans qualify for Ford military cash?

No. The standard window is 24 months; a regional incentive may differ.2

Can a dealer use my VA card alone?

No. Complete the online verification and bring the emailed certificate.1

Can I combine it with financing offers?

Ask the dealer to confirm compatibility for that vehicle. Do not subtract every advertised incentive yourself.1

Sources

  1. Ford military program FAQ. Retrieved .
  2. Ford program details and proof requirements. Retrieved .

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