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Manage your Veterans disability benefits
- Check your claim, decision review, or appeal status
- View your disability ratings
- File a claim for a VA disability increase
- Request a decision review or manage a legacy appeal
- View or change your dependents
- Upload evidence to support your disability claim
- File additional forms for your disability claim
- Change your direct deposit information
- Review and manage your VA medical records online
- Download your VA benefit letters
- View your VA payment history
More information and resources
- Disability compensation ratesCheck the Veterans compensation benefit rates tables. You can find your rate based on your disability rating and dependents.
- About disability ratingsLearn how we assign disability ratings and effective dates. And find out what to do after you get your rating.
- Get help filing a claimAn accredited attorney, claims agent, or Veterans Service Organization (VSO) representative can help you file a claim.
- VA claim exam (C&P exam)Find out why you might need a claim exam. Learn how to schedule and prepare for your appointment. And find out what to expect during and after the exam.
- Disability compensation effective datesThe effective date is the day you can start getting your disability benefits. Learn how we decide effective dates in different cases.
Other VA benefits and services
- Disability housing grants for VeteransFind out how to apply for a housing grant as a Veteran or service member with a service-connected disability.
- Fiduciary servicesLearn how to become a VA fiduciary to handle the financial affairs of a Veteran in need.
- Nursing homes, assisted living, and home health careExplore long-term care options for Veterans and their caregivers.
- Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E)Find out if you qualify for help exploring employment options, any education or training you may need, and other VR&E services.
- Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowanceCheck if you’re eligible for extra monthly pension payments if you need more aid than you’re currently receiving.
Last updated: June 30, 2025
