Inquiry Routing & Information System (IRIS)

Contact the VA Home    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)    Ask a Question   hide accessible links     FAQ Help     Topic Topic Level 1 : Topic Level 2 : Topic Level 3 : Topic Level 4 : Topic Level 5 : Topic Level 6 :      Search Text (optional)   Search Tips      Search By      Exact Search Similar Phrases Complex Expression       Date Created   05/08/2006 12:08 PM   Last Updated   07/26/2006 08:09 AM    Print Answer/FAQ    Email Answer      When will my benefits be effective if the claim is approved?   Inquiry   When will my benefits be effective if the claim is approved?   Answer   If your claim is granted, your benefits will be effective the date VA received your claim.     How well did this answer your question?   100% 75% 50% 25% 0%        Related Answers/FAQs   •  How long will it take to receive a decision on my compensation claim? •  How much does VA pay in compensation? •  If VA increases my disability rating or adds another disability, when will my increased benefits be effective? •  Do I need to do anything if I have a claim or appeal pending with VA? •  What if I have another disability not previously claimed?     Previously Viewed Answers/FAQs   •  Can I get back compensation payments? •  Never applied for compensation. Will VA Help me in obtaining required information? •  What is the Individual Unemployability benefit? •  Are VA disability compensation and VA pension the same? •  Can I be paid retroactively to when I was discharged?   Back to Search Results