🎖️ Veteran Benefits

VA Disability Compensation

Monthly tax-free payment for service-connected conditions.

Official sourceU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Official website
Last verified 2026-07-13·Effective Ongoing

What it is

Tax-free monthly payment to veterans with a service-connected disability rated 0–100% by the VA. Additional amounts for dependents at ratings of 30% or higher.

Who qualifies

  • Veterans with a service-connected condition rated by VA.

How to apply

  1. 1File a disability claim on VA.gov (VA Form 21-526EZ).
  2. 2Attend Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam(s).
  3. 3Receive rating decision from VA.
Apply on the official website