Once I’m signed in, how do I check my VA claim or appeal status?
- Go to your "My VA" dashboard. You'll find the link for this dashboard in the top right corner of the page once you're signed in.
- Scroll down to the "Track Claims" section. There, you'll see a summary of the latest status information for any open claims or appeals you may have.
- Click on the "View Status" button for a specific claim. ...
What is required to verify income from VA benefits?
Verification of VA Benefits Income : Document the borrower’s receipt of VA benefits with a letter or distribution form from the VA. Verify that the income can be expected to continue for a minimum of three years from the date of the mortgage application. (Verification is not required for VA retirement or long-term disability benefits.)
How do I determine if I am eligible for veterans?
- Were discharged for a disability that was caused—or made worse—by your active-duty service, or
- Were discharged for a hardship or “early out,” or
- Served prior to September 7, 1980
How do you check the status of your VA claim?
- Veterans unemployed due to COVID-19 may be eligible to participate in the Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program (VRRAP). ...
- COVID-19 Vaccines: Veterans and spouses of Veterans can get vaccinated by VA. ...
- For feature and outage events, refer to the Outage Calendar link at the bottom of the page.
Who is eligible for VA medical benefits?
of Veterans Affairs (VA) employees provide Veterans with timely access to world-class health care, earned benefits and the lasting resting place they deserve. They have saved and improved the lives of countless Veterans while leading the way in the national COVID-19 response effort.
What VA payment information can I view when I sign in?
If you’re a Veteran, you’ll see a history of your past VA payments for: Disability compensation Pension benefits Education benefits If you’re the s...
When can I expect my first disability compensation payment?
If your decision notice shows at least a 10% disability rating, you’ll get your first payment within 15 days. If you don’t get a payment within 15...
What should I do if I need to change my direct deposit or contact information?
Change your information in either of these ways Change your information online , or Contact your nearest VA regional benefit office or eligibilit...
Should I contact VA if I have other changes to my information?
Yes. It’s important to update your information with us if you change your marital status, have a baby, adopt a child, or experience any other life...
When will VA extend the presumptive period for chronic disabilities?
VA has extended the presumptive period to Dec. 31, 2026 for qualifying chronic disabilities rated 10% or more resulting from undiagnosed illnesses in Persian Gulf War Veterans.
Does the VA endorse external links?
External Link Disclaimer: This site contains links that may take you outside of the Department of Veterans Affairs website. VA does not endorse and is not responsible for the content of the linked websites.
How to see my claim status?
There, you'll see a summary of the latest status information for any open claims or appeals you may have. Click on the "View Status" button for a specific claim. You'll go to a page with more details about that claim's status and supporting evidence. Evidence may include documents like a doctor's report or medical test results.
What is disability compensation?
Disability compensation ( including claims based on special needs like an automobile or clothing allowance) Veterans or Survivors Pension benefits. Special monthly compensation (such as Aid and Attendance) Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) Burial allowance to help pay for a Veteran’s burial and funeral expenses.
How long does it take to get disability payment?
If your decision notice shows at least a 10% disability rating, you’ll get your first payment within 15 days.
Can you see your past VA payments?
If you’re the survivor of a Veteran or service member, you’ll see a history of your past VA payments for:
Why is it important to know your disability rating?
It’s important to know your rating, and confirm that we have the right information, because we use it to decide what disability benefits you’ll get.
What is service connected disability?
Service-connected disabilities are injuries or illnesses that were caused—or made worse—by your active-duty military service.
Why did I get an email from ID.me asking to confirm my email address?
We need to confirm your email address before we can give you access to your VA.gov account. We partner with ID.me to provide this service securely.
What if I see an error message when I try to sign in to VA.gov?
If you're seeing the message “We're sorry. Something went wrong on our end,” try taking these steps:
Why are medical records important to the VA?
Medical records are important for the VA offices as well because they use them as evidence when defining whether or not a medical condition was caused or worsened by service time.
What is military medical record?
Military medical records. Every time a service member is given medical care from a military medical facility—including the very first physical examination each member must take part in during the initial stages of service— their specifics are documented in their military medical record.
Where to get a copy of NGB form 22/22A?
For a copy of the NGB Form 22/22A, a request must be made to the National Guard Adjutant General’s Office in the state from which the service member carried out their National Guard service.
Is DD 214/22A secure?
Because DD Form 214/215 and NGB Form 22 /22A are sensitive documents, it is important to ensure the protection of these forms. Safe-deposit boxes at a bank or other lock boxes are secure locations for such records.
