VA disability compensation claim (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs)

A federal program. We reviewed it for Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware.

URIDA is not a government agency. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs takes applications and decides eligibility.

What the official page states about eligibility

These are the official page's rules as we read them. They do not decide your eligibility.

You served on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty training
Official wording: You served on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive duty training — va.gov, checked October 21, 2026
You have a current illness or injury (known as a condition)
Official wording: You have a current illness or injury (known as a condition) — va.gov, checked October 21, 2026

From the page: you do not have to send any evidence to file a claim, but U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) may schedule a claim exam, and evidence can be handed in up to a year after VA receives the claim. Supporting documents can include VA medical and hospital records, private medical records and hospital reports, and supporting statements (from family, friends, clergy, law enforcement, people you served with). VA also reviews discharge papers (DD214 or other separation documents) and service treatment records

When we checked, the official page stated no fixed closing date.

Apply, or read the full instructions, on the official page from U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Last checked: October 18, 2026