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What is an intent to file document?

VAs Intent to File (VA Form 21-0966) is a one-page form meant to notify VA that a claimant plans to file a formal claim for disability compensation within one year from the date submitted.

What is the hardest VA claim to get?

If you notify us of your intent to file and we approve your claim, you may be able to get retroactive payments. Retroactive payments are payments for the time between when we processed your intent to file and when we approved your claim.

What is the intent to file form?

Whats an intent to file? An intent to file sets a potential start date (or effective date) for your benefits. If you notify us of your intent to file and we approve your claim, you may be able to get retroactive payments.

What happens after intent to file?

After you submit your intent to file, you have 1 year to complete and file your claim. After 1 year, the potential effective date for your benefits will expire.