VA Intent to File – Your Top 5 Questions Answered

FINAL-FOR THE VETERAN OF THE VETERAN SHARE OF THE DAY

Don’t risk missing out on thousands of dollars in compensation as you wait to file your disability claim!

If you’re a veteran or a survivor, you can use the VA intent to file process to get extra time (up to a year!) to gather additional support for your claim. This process offers you the chance to receive back pay (once the claim is filed and approved) for the period of time you were still preparing for your claim.
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I can’t emphasize this enough: file an intent to claim NOW and lock in your effective date!

You can use intent to file for VA compensation and pension benefits, including survivors’ pension and dependency and indemnity compensation (DIC).

Let’s dive right in with answers to some common questions!

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