Survivor Benefits

Survivors will see a modest increase from 2019

The benefit will increase by the same percentage as retirement pay every year from now on

Many combat veterans and survivors are unaware they may qualify for a VA Pension.

Dependency and Indemnity Compensation is a monthly benefit paid to eligible survivors of certain deceased veterans.

The VA Death Pension is a tax-free benefit for low-income, orphans and widows of deceased wartime veterans.

When you retire, you may be able to elect any of several SBP options, which are listed below.

TAPS offers help, hope, and healing to all those grieving the death of a loved one serving in America's Armed Forces.

A GAO report said the VA needs to work harder at preventing fraud, especially that directed at older veterans.

Spouses of retirees are eligible for many benefits, but getting them can be difficult. We make it easy with this list.

Survivor Benefits Terms and Definitions