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...
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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:
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.
What should I do if I need to change my direct deposit or contact information?
Change your information online, or Contact your nearest VA regional benefit office or eligibility office
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 change that could affect your rating or payment.
More information
Check the status of debt related to VA disability compensation, non-service-connected pension, or education benefits. You can also make payments or request help.
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.
Am I eligible to use this tool?
You can view your disability ratings online if you got a decision notice from us in the mail confirming your disability rating.
What can I see once I sign in?
You’ll see your VA combined disability rating and a list of your individual disability ratings. You’ll also be able to see which of your individual disability ratings are service-connected. Service-connected disabilities are injuries or illnesses that were caused—or made worse—by your active-duty military service.
Why do I need to know my 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 if I have more questions?
If you have questions about your benefits or how to access the tool, you can call us at 800-827-1000. We’re here Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. ET.
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Am I eligible for additional VA disability compensation for one or more of my dependents?
How to view current dependents
You can use our online tool to review the current dependents you've added to your VA disability benefits. To do this, you need to be signed in to VA.gov with a verified account.
How to add a dependent to your VA disability benefits
You can file a claim for additional compensation for a child or spouse online.
More questions about adding or removing a dependent
Yes, but we encourage you to file online. The online process is simple, and you can upload your supporting documents along with your claim.
More VA benefits for you and your dependents
Apply for monthly pension benefits for wartime Veterans and survivors.
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.
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.
