Virginia Department of Veterans Services - Benefits Programs
The Virginia Department of Veterans Services administers Virginia-specific veteran benefits programs and benefits and connects veterans with accredited service officers, state benefits, and local resources.
Eligibility (general guidance)
Open to Virginia veterans with qualifying service; eligibility depends on service history, discharge status, and in some cases disability rating or income. Confirm specific requirements on the official site or with an accredited Veterans Service Officer.
How to reach them
- Call the VA Benefits Hotline at 1-800-827-1000Questions about VA disability, pension, and other benefits.
- Serves all of Virginia
Next step
See every Virginia program for this need, how they fit together, and what to try first.
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Source: Virginia Department of Veterans Services, the official Virginia state veterans agency. Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
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