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The document is an application form (VA Form 21P-534a) for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) benefits by a surviving spouse or child of a veteran who died in service. It outlines the required information, including personal details of the veteran and claimant, eligibility criteria, and privacy notices regarding the handling of personal data. The form must be completed accurately to avoid delays in processing claims for service-connected death benefits.

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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?

Use VA Form 21P-534 to apply for: VA benefits you may be entitled to receive as a surviving spouse or child of a deceased veteran, and any money VA owes the veteran but did not pay prior to his or her death (accrued benefits).

How do you qualify for dependency and indemnity compensation?

If youre the surviving spouse, child, or parent of a service member who died in the line of duty, or the survivor of a Veteran who died from a service-related injury or illness, you may be able to get a tax-free monetary benefit called VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (VA DIC).

How much is the Dic payment per month?

As a service members spouse, child, or parent, you share in that service members service and sacrifice. So after your loved one leaves the service, you may qualify for certain VA benefits.

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