See details for your state

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans Disability Compensation

BenefitDisability SupportRecurringRolling

What it may cover

Varies

Enrollment

Open enrollment

Where available

Check locally

What you get

VA Disability Compensation provides tax-free monthly payments to veterans who have a physical or mental health condition connected to their military service, with payment amounts determined by the combined VA disability rating (10% to 100%). Veterans may claim multiple service-connected conditions, each rated individually and combined into a single overall disability rating using VA's combined ratings formula. Eligible veterans may also receive additional compensation for dependents, special monthly compensation for severe disabilities such as loss of limb or blindness, and priority access to VA health care.

Support for disability-related income, healthcare, services, equipment, or independent living needs.

Bring medical, school, or agency records that explain the disability and the support needed.

Do you qualify?

Check what applies to you. Your answers are saved on this device so you can come back later.

0/5 confirmed

Do you have served on active duty in the military, naval, or air service?
Do you have been discharged under conditions other than dishonorable?
Do you have a current diagnosed physical or mental health condition?
Do you establish a connection between the current condition and military service?
Presumptive service connection available for certain conditions and exposures?

What to bring

If you do not have one of these, apply anyway and ask what substitutes are accepted.

1DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
2Service treatment records
3Current medical records documenting the condition
4Buddy statements or lay evidence supporting the in-service event if applicable
5VA Form 21-526EZ (Application for Disability Compensation and Related Compensation Benefits)

How to apply

Processing time varies by location and program funding.

1Find the right local officeUse your ZIP code to confirm the local benefits office that handles Veterans Disability Compensation.
2Apply online, by phone, or in personUse the official application path and keep a copy of anything you submit.
3Complete the interview or verificationMany benefits require a short call, appointment, or document check.
4Watch for a decisionKeep mail, email, and phone open so you do not miss follow-up requests.

Find local help

Your ZIP helps you confirm the right local office and state-specific rules.

You may also qualify for

Other programs in the same category that often go hand-in-hand.

U.S. Department of the Treasury / State ABLE Programs

ABLE Accounts

Administration for Community Living, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Assistive Technology Act Programs

Administration for Community Living, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Independent Living Centers

See details for your state

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans Disability Compensation

BenefitDisability SupportRecurringRolling

What it may cover

Varies

Enrollment

Open enrollment

Where available

Check locally

What you get

Support for disability-related income, healthcare, services, equipment, or independent living needs.

Bring medical, school, or agency records that explain the disability and the support needed.

Do you qualify?

Check what applies to you. Your answers are saved on this device so you can come back later.

0/5 confirmed

Do you have served on active duty in the military, naval, or air service?
Do you have been discharged under conditions other than dishonorable?
Do you have a current diagnosed physical or mental health condition?
Do you establish a connection between the current condition and military service?
Presumptive service connection available for certain conditions and exposures?

What to bring

If you do not have one of these, apply anyway and ask what substitutes are accepted.

1DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
2Service treatment records
3Current medical records documenting the condition
4Buddy statements or lay evidence supporting the in-service event if applicable
5VA Form 21-526EZ (Application for Disability Compensation and Related Compensation Benefits)

How to apply

Processing time varies by location and program funding.

1Find the right local officeUse your ZIP code to confirm the local benefits office that handles Veterans Disability Compensation.
2Apply online, by phone, or in personUse the official application path and keep a copy of anything you submit.
3Complete the interview or verificationMany benefits require a short call, appointment, or document check.
4Watch for a decisionKeep mail, email, and phone open so you do not miss follow-up requests.

Find local help

Your ZIP helps you confirm the right local office and state-specific rules.

You may also qualify for

Other programs in the same category that often go hand-in-hand.

U.S. Department of the Treasury / State ABLE Programs

ABLE Accounts

Administration for Community Living, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Assistive Technology Act Programs

Administration for Community Living, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Independent Living Centers