Compensation
VA Disability Compensation
Plain summary
Tax-free monthly payments for injuries or illnesses caused or worsened by military service. The rating (0 to 100 percent) sets the amount and unlocks other benefits.
Who it is forVeterans with service-connected conditions and a discharge other than dishonorable.
Primary formVA Form 21-526EZ
Last reviewedSep 10, 2026
Eligibility snapshot
- Current diagnosed condition
- In-service event, injury, or illness
- Medical nexus connecting the two
- PACT Act presumptives cover many toxic-exposure conditions
How to apply
File online at VA.gov, by mail with VA Form 21-526EZ, or free through an accredited VSO.
Apply and confirm current requirements on the official page. Rules and forms change; the link does not.
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