Veterans' Family, Dependent and Next-of-Kin Benefits
A variety of important benefits and services are available to veterans and to their families, survivors and next-of-kin from the Department of Veterans Affairs and other agencies. While the National Archives does not provide these benefits, we can help you obtain the copies of Military Service Records or other proof of service which you'll need to prove eligibility.
- Emergency Requests for Military Service Records
- Burial & Memorial Benefits for Veterans
- Other Sources for Veterans Benefits, Aid and Information
- Benefits & Services for Veterans
Benefits & Services from
The Department of Veterans
Affairs
The VA is the primary source for information on Veterans & Survivors Benefits.
VA Health Care Benefits & Information
Pension, Compensation, and other Benefits
- VA Benefits for Survivors and Eligible Dependents
- Quick Tips for VA Benefits Eligibility
- VA Compensation & Pension Benefits
- Obtaining Military Funeral Honors for Veterans
- Burial & Memorial Benefits for Veterans
- Other Benefits and Programs for Veterans including Education, Home Loans, Insurance, Death and Burial, and Survivor benefits.