VA pension benefits

Eligibility for Veterans Pension

See if you qualify for VA pension benefits as a Veteran.

How to apply for a VA pension as a Veteran

Find out how to prepare and apply for a VA Veterans Pension.

Apply for a Veterans Pension online (VA Form 21P-527EZ)

Complete your application online now.

Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance

If you need help with daily activities or you're housebound, find out how to apply for extra VA pension benefits.

VA Survivors Pension

Find out if you’re eligible and how to apply for VA pension benefits as a surviving spouse or child of a deceased Veteran with wartime service.

Check your VA claim or appeal status

Check the status of an open claim for VA disability compensation or pension benefits. If you're a surviving spouse or parent, you can view your Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) claim status.

Request a decision review or manage a legacy appeal

If you disagree with a decision on your application for pension benefits, you can request a decision review. You can also manage any review requests or appeals you already filed.

View your VA payment history

Check the status of your VA disability, pension, and education payments. You can also see certain survivor benefits.

Change your address in your VA.gov profile

Find out how to change your address and other contact information in your VA.gov profile. This will update your information across several VA benefits and services.

Change your VA direct deposit information

Learn how to change your VA pension benefits direct deposit information online.

Request a decision review or manage a legacy appeal

If you disagree with a decision on your application for pension benefits, you can request a decision review. You can also manage any review requests or appeals you already filed.

VA pension rates for Veterans

View VA pension rates for Veterans, including Aid and Attendance and Housebound rates.

Rates for VA Survivors Pension benefits

View pension rates for surviving spouses and children.

Protected pension rates

View protected pension rates for section 306 and old law VA disability and death pension benefits.

VA claim exam (C&P exam)

Find out how to schedule your VA claim exam and what to expect during and after the appointment.

Find your VA pension management center

Find your regional pension management center to mail us your VA pension application.