Veteran Disability Compensation


If you are military veteran with a service-related disability you may qualify for over $3,100 in monthly benefits. These benefits are paid to veterans who have injuries or diseases that happened while on active duty, or were made worse by active military service. It is also paid to certain veterans disabled from VA health care. These benefits are tax-free. The following is a summary of VA Disability Compensation:

VA Disability Compensation Eligibility:

You may be eligible for Disability Compensation if you have a service-related disability and you were discharged under other than dishonorable conditions.

VA Disability Compensation Pays:

The amount of basic benefit paid ranges from $123 to over $3,100 per month, depending on your level of disability.

Note: You may be paid additional amounts if:

* you have very severe disabilities or loss of limb(s)
* you have a spouse, child(ren), or dependent parent(s)
* you have a seriously disabled spouse

Click here to check out the current Veteran Disability Compensation rates.


VA Disability Compensation Application Process:


You can apply by filling out VA Form 21-526, Veterans Application for Compensation Or Pension. If you have any of the following material, attach it to your application:

* Dependency records (marriage & children's birth certificates)
* Medical evidence (doctor & hospital reports)

You can also apply on line through the VONAPP website.

For More Information Call Toll-Free 1-800-827-1000.
Related Topics:

* Disability Compensation Tables


* Special Monthly Compensation (SMC)


* SMC Compensation Tables


* Concurrent Receipt and Disability Payments (CRDP)


* Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC)

* VA Travel Reimbursement