Does the VA back pay for dependents?

Does the VA back pay for dependents?

If it has been longer than a year since your marriage and/or birth of your child, VA may only pay you back to the date you submitted your dependency claim or, in some cases, only up to one year before you submitted your dependency claim.

Do dependents of disabled veterans get benefits?

As the spouse or dependent child of a Veteran or service member, you may qualify for certain benefits, like health care, life insurance, or money to help pay for school or training. If you’re caring for a Veteran, you may also be eligible for support to help you better care for the Veteran—and for yourself.

What happens to VA disability payments after death?

Are a Veteran’s Disability Compensation Payments Continued for a Surviving Spouse After Death? No, a veteran’s disability compensation payments are not continued for a surviving spouse after death. However, survivors may be entitled to a different type of benefit called Dependency and Indemnity Compensation.

Can two veterans claim the same dependent?

Yes, both veterans can receive the “with dependents rate” once they have each been rated 30\% or more disabled by VA. That means each veteran could claim not only his or her children but also his or her disabled veteran spouse as dependents.

Can the child of a veteran get a VA loan?

While children of veterans are not eligible for a VA loan, surviving spouses may be eligible if they fall into one of the VA’s three basic areas of consideration. The only way borrowers and VA lenders can be sure about eligibility is by obtaining the veteran’s Certificate of Eligibility.

What VA benefits can I get as a dependent?

VA benefits for spouses, dependents, survivors, and family caregivers. As the spouse or dependent child of a Veteran or service member, you may qualify for certain benefits, like health care, life insurance, or money to help pay for school or training. As the survivor of a Veteran or service member, you may qualify for added benefits,…

Can a dependent spouse of a veteran get chapter 35 benefits?

If you’re a dependent spouse or child—or the surviving spouse or child—of a Veteran, you may qualify for Chapter 35 benefits or job training through a GI Bill program. Am I eligible for education benefits?

Can a spouse of a veteran get VA benefits?

VA benefits for spouses, dependents, survivors, and family caregivers. As the spouse or dependent child of a Veteran or service member, you may qualify for certain benefits, like health care, life insurance, or money to help pay for school or training.

What happens if a veteran dies from a service-connected disability?

The Veteran didn’t die from a service-connected illness or injury, but was eligible to receive VA compensation for a service-connected disability that was rated as totally disabling for a certain period of time Note: “Totally disabling” means the Veteran’s injuries make it impossible for them to work.