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VA Form 21P-534 Application for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation, Survivors Pension and Accrued

VA Form 21P-534 Application for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation, Survivors Pension and Accrued 2025

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The document provides general instructions for completing VA Form 21P-534, which is used to apply for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (D.I.C.), Survivors Pension, and accrued benefits by a surviving spouse or child of a deceased veteran. It outlines how to contact the VA for assistance, the purpose of the form, eligibility criteria for benefits, application procedures, and necessary documentation. Additionally, it includes information on related forms such as SSA-24 for Social Security benefits and details about income and asset reporting.

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What is the VA Form 21 534 application for dependency and indemnity compensation?

Use VA Form 21P-534 if you prefer to provide evidence at a later time to support your claim. You can use this form if youre a surviving spouse or child of a Veteran who has died and want to begin the process of applying for VA benefits or money that we owe the Veteran but did not pay prior to his or her death.

Who qualifies for dependency and indemnity compensation?

The spouse of a veteran with a 100% disability rating is entitled to benefits, including healthcare and educational. The veteran is also entitled to additional monetary help for the spouse and for other eligible dependents.

What is VA form 21 534?

A veterans child who is seriously disabled and over age 18 must submit a separate VA Form 21-534 to apply for benefits. Tell us if you are housebound, in a nursing home or require aid and attendance Tell us about the children listed above that dont live with you.

How do I apply for DIC survivors pension and or accrued benefits?

If youre the surviving spouse or child of a veteran, fill out VA Form 21P-534EZ, Application for DIC, Survivors Pension and/or Accrued Benefits. If youre a surviving parent, fill out VA Form 21P-535, Application for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation by Parent(s).