Hertz military and veteran discount

Hertz gives active duty, Guard, Reserve and some veterans discounted leisure rates, space-available upgrades and free Gold Plus Rewards through its military code, but it does not publish a percent. USAA members and WeSalute+ subscribers can get up to 25 percent off the base rate, and ID may be checked at pickup.

Veterans: Limited.

Hertz says some veterans qualify but does not say which. Its help page points veterans to USAA member savings.

Discount: Discounted leisure rates with no stated percent, space-available upgrades and free Gold Plus Rewards; up to 25 percent off the base rate for USAA members or WeSalute+ subscribers
Where: Online, Phone
How to verify: Hertz counter staff at pickup; USAA.com for the USAA rate
Checked on: October 1, 2026Against Hertz's own page (opens in a new tab)

Go to Hertz's military discount page (opens in a new tab)

Who qualifies

Hertz lists active duty, National Guard, Reservists, some veterans and military spouses where applicable. It does not say which veterans qualify, and it does not mention retirees, surviving spouses or caregivers.

VeteransLimitedHertz says some veterans qualify but does not say which. Its help page points veterans to USAA member savings.
Active dutyYes
National Guard and ReserveYesNational Guard and Reservists are listed.
Spouse of active dutyLimitedMilitary spouses can use the code where applicable. Hertz does not define where.

Not stated by Hertz: retirees, veterans rated 100 percent disabled, spouse of a veteran, surviving spouse, Gold Star family, dependents and caregivers.

Proof and verification

Hertz checks military status through Hertz counter staff at pickup; USAA.com for the USAA rate.

Accepted proof: Government or military ID may be requested at pickup for the military code. USAA membership, validated on USAA.com, for the USAA rate.
How long it takes: ID is checked in person at pickup. No review time is published.
At the register: Hertz says you may need to show government or military ID when you collect the car.
Without a smartphone: USAA members can book by phone at 1-800-654-9141. Hertz does not list a phone route for the military code.
Recently separated: Hertz does not say which veterans qualify for the military code. Bring ID to pickup, and if you are a USAA member compare that rate too.
Privacy: Hertz's pages list only the ID check at pickup. USAA validates membership on its own site.
Verifying again: Not stated. Bring ID to each pickup.

See every way to prove you are a veteran

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Where it works

Book the military rate online through Hertz's link; USAA members can also book by phone, and Hertz does not describe walk-up military rates.

OnlineMilitary leisure discountAvailableHertz's booking link adds the code automatically.
PhoneUSAA rate, up to 25 percent off the base rateAvailableUSAA members can call 1-800-654-9141 with CDP 77694.
In storeNot stated by HertzUSAA and WeSalute+ rates need a reservation 24 hours ahead. Hertz does not describe walk-up military rates.

What is excluded and the limits

USAA and WeSalute+ discounts apply to the pay-later base rate only. Taxes, fees and options are excluded.
Changing the reservation, returning early or late, or returning to a different location can change the WeSalute+ rate or add fees.
Government business bookings add a $5 per day Government Administrative Rate Supplement.

Code rules: Hertz's booking link adds the military code. USAA uses CDP 77694 and WeSalute+ uses CDP 1264103, and both need a reservation 24 hours ahead.

The cheapest way to buy Hertz as a veteran

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

Quote the same car and dates with the military code, and with the USAA code if you are a member. Up to 25 percent off a hypothetical $200 base rate saves up to $50 before taxes and fees, and USAA also waives the additional driver and young renter fees when those drivers are USAA members.

The WeSalute+ rate cannot be combined with other discounts, promotions or special rates. Hertz does not say whether the military leisure code combines with other offers.

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

No dated military sale was found on Hertz's pages.

How Hertz compares

Military discounts at similar brands, from our checked data.

Compare similar brands
Brand	Rate	Cap	Veterans	Verifier	Spouse of a veteran	Where
Hertz	Discounted leisure rates with no stated percent, space-available upgrades and free Gold Plus Rewards; up to 25 percent off the base rate for USAA members or WeSalute+ subscribers	No cap confirmed	Limited: Hertz says some veterans qualify but does not say which	Hertz counter staff at pickup; USAA.com for the USAA rate	Not stated by Hertz	Online, Phone
Enterprise Rent-A-Car	5 percent off the base rate for government leisure travel	No cap confirmed	Yes	Enterprise rental staff	Not stated by Enterprise Rent-A-Car	Online, In store
American Airlines	No set fare discount stated. Active duty get up to 3 free checked bags on personal trips and up to 5 on orders	No cap confirmed	Limited: American points veterans to vacation savings through a WeSalute+ subscription	Military ID at check-in for active duty; WeSalute+ for veteran vacation savings	Limited	Phone
Disney Cruise Line	30 or 35 percent off the voyage fare on listed sailings, plus a $250 onboard credit on select 2026 Disney Wish and Disney Dream sailings	One military-rate stateroom per eligible member or spouse on each sailing, and the member or spouse must sail in it.	Limited: Only retired members are named	Disney Cruise Line staff at check-in	Limited	Online, Phone
Disney parks	4-Day to 6-Day tickets from $409 before tax; Disney Celebrates America Military Salute ticket $499, or $529 with Park Hopper Plus	Six promotional tickets across the eligible member and spouse, combined.	Limited: Retired or otherwise eligible service members qualify	Ticket office staff	Limited	In store

If the discount does not work

Asked for proof at pickup

Bring government or military ID. Hertz may ask for proof that you qualify for the military code.

Personal trip booked as government travel

Use the leisure booking link. Government business travel is a separate program with its own code and a $5 daily fee.

USAA discount does not show

Validate your USAA membership on USAA.com, include the USAA code and book at least 24 hours ahead.

Rate changed after a change to the booking

Hertz's WeSalute+ terms say changes, early or late returns, or a different return location can change the rate or add fees.

Changes to this discount

October 1, 2026: First checked October 1, 2026

Questions about the Hertz military discount

Does Hertz give veterans a discount?

Hertz says some veterans qualify for its military code, without saying which. Its help page points veterans to USAA member savings.

What is the Hertz military discount code?

Hertz uses CDP codes: one for government business travel and one for military leisure travel. The booking link adds the code for you.

What ID do I need to rent with the Hertz military code?

You may be asked for proof at pickup, which can include government or military ID.

Can military spouses use the Hertz discount?

Hertz says military spouses can use the code where applicable.

How much do USAA members save at Hertz?

Up to 25 percent off the base rate, plus a free additional driver and no young renter fee for USAA members. Damage liability is capped at $5,000.

Sources

Hertz military discount car rental (opens in a new tab). Retrieved October 1, 2026.
Hertz help: discount for military veterans (opens in a new tab). Retrieved October 1, 2026.
Hertz USAA member savings terms (opens in a new tab). Retrieved October 1, 2026.
Hertz WeSalute+ subscriber savings terms (opens in a new tab). Retrieved October 1, 2026.
Hertz military and government programs (opens in a new tab). Retrieved October 1, 2026.

Checked on October 1, 2026.