VA Disability Compensation
Get tax-free monthly compensation for disabilities, injuries, or illnesses that were incurred or aggravated during active military service.
Understanding Disability Compensation
VA disability compensation provides monthly tax-free payments to veterans who have service-connected disabilities. The amount of compensation depends on the severity of your disability, which the VA rates from 0% to 100% in 10% increments.
You may be eligible for disability compensation if you have a current illness or injury that affects your mind or body, and you served on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty training. The condition must be linked to your military service through evidence.
Disability Resources
File a Disability Claim
Step-by-step guidance on filing your initial disability claim or supplemental claim.
- Required documentation
- Filing methods
- Evidence gathering
- Timelines and deadlines
Check Claim Status
Track your disability claim through every stage of the VA review process.
- Online claim tracking
- Status updates
- Decision letters
- Appeals process
Disability Rating Guide
Understand how the VA rates disabilities and calculates combined ratings.
- Rating percentages
- Combined ratings
- Compensation amounts
- Increase requests
Important Disability Contact Numbers
Get help with your disability claims and benefits
VA Benefits Hotline
1-800-827-1000
General disability compensation questions and support
eBenefits Technical Support
1-800-983-0937
Help with online claims and account access
Veterans Crisis Line
988 (Press 1)
24/7 confidential crisis support
Debt Management Center
1-800-827-0648
Benefit overpayments and debt questions
Need Help With Your Disability Claim?
Our experienced team can help you file claims, gather evidence, navigate appeals, and maximize your disability rating.