Disability Compensation is a benefit paid to
a veteran because of injuries or diseases that happened while on active duty, or were made
worse by active military service. It is also paid to certain veterans disabled from VA
health care. The benefits are tax-free.
Who Is Eligible?
You may be eligible for Disability
Compensation if you have a service-related disability and you were discharged under other
than dishonorable conditions.
How
Much Does VA Pay?
The amount of basic benefit paid ranges from
$117 to $2,527 per month, depending on how disabled you are.
NOTE:
You may be paid
additional amounts, in certain instances, if:
- you have very severe disabilities or loss of
limb(s)
- you have a spouse, children, or dependent
parent's
- you have a seriously disabled spouse.
How Can
I Apply?
You can apply by filling out VA Form 21-526,
Veterans Application for Compensation Or Pension. If you have any of the following
material, attach it to your application:
- Dependency records (marriage &
children's birth certificates)
- Medical evidence (doctor & hospital
reports)
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