Program Description
VA Disability Compensation is a monthly payment
that varies in proportion to the degree of disability. Rates for veterans
with dependents may be higher.
The
benefits are tax-free.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you
must have a service-connected disability, injury or disease and must have
been discharged under other than dishonorable
conditions.
There’s no requirement as to
length of service.
Compensation may also
be paid to certain veterans who were disabled from VA health care or while
participating in our Vocational Rehabilitation program.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
You may complete an Application online, through this
website:
http://vabenefits.vba.va.gov/vonapp/
Additional information on this program may be obtained from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, at: http://www.vba.va.gov/VBA/benefits/factsheets/#BM2
If you have questions about this benefit or about how to complete
an application, you can call VA at this toll-free
number:
1-800-827-1000
People who are hearing impaired may call
this toll-free TTY
number:
800-829-4833
Managing Agency
Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)
http://www.vba.va.gov
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