Do all Veterans get VA benefits?
All enrolled Veterans receive the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA's) comprehensive Medical Benefits Package which includes preventive, primary and specialty care, diagnostic, inpatient and outpatient care services.
How long does it take to get VA benefits?
Each claim is different, but it usually takes us about 3 to 4 months to process a claim from start to finish. The processing time for your claim depends on how complex your claim is and how many conditions you've claimed.
What is the VA 5 year rule?
The VA disability rating 5-year rule states that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) cannot reduce a veteran's disability rating if it has been in place for five years or more unless the condition shows sustained improvement over time. In this situation, the veteran's rating is considered a stabilized rating.
Is it hard to get VA disability?
As you might expect, it is difficult to obtain a 100% VA disability rating with just one service-connected disability. Most veterans who receive a 100% rating have two or more disabling conditions. Often, these conditions have a secondary service connection.
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How many priority groups are there for VA?
When you apply for VA health care, you’ll be assigned 1 of 8 priority groups. This system helps to make sure that Veterans who need immediate care can get signed up quickly. Your priority group may affect how soon we sign you up for health care benefits.
What does enhanced eligibility mean?
You may qualify for enhanced eligibility status (meaning you’ll be placed in a higher priority group, which makes you more likely to get benefits) if you meet at least one of the requirements listed below. At least one of these must be true.
Can I get VA health care benefits if I served in the military?
Am I eligible for VA health care benefits? You may be eligible for VA health care benefits if you served in the active military, naval, or air service and didn’t receive a dishonorable discharge.
Regional Offices (RO's) will be Reopening
Some RO’s have re-opened with limited hours and services. Review the additional information to learn more about operating status, hours and services.
SGLI and FSGLI Premiums Are Decreasing
Effective July 1, 2019, SGLI and FSGLI spousal coverage premiums are decreasing.
Attention Women Veterans!
You served your country proudly. The Center for Women Veterans can help you with support you never knew was available.
Moving to VA.gov!
To improve the Veteran experience, eBenefits is moving features and capabilities in phases to VA.gov. If you access any features on eBenefits that have moved, you’ll be directed to VA.gov.
Expanded Commissary Access!
Jan 1: New law provides Veterans and caregivers with access to commissaries, exchanges, and morale, welfare, and recreation services.
What types of VA letters can I download using this tool?
You can download a variety of VA letters that include information about your benefits and service history.
How do I download a VA letter?
Before you download your VA letter, we’ll ask you to review the address we have on file for you.
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.
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:
