Created Specifically for a Surviving Spouse or Child of a Fallen Veteran

There is no replacement for the loss of a loved one in service to our country or due to a service connected disability. However, the Veterans Affairs can help. You may be eligible to receive Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC), or Death Pension. The 2010 basic rate of DIC pay for an eligible recipient is $1154.00 per month, for life..

You Need The VA Claims Guide If:

• You are a surviving spouse or child of a deceased veteran seeking to submit a claim for dependency indemnity compensation because your loved one died of a service connected condition or he or she was rated permanent and totally disabled for more than 10 years; or
• You are submitting a claim for death pension benefits.

The Link:

The form you will need to file a more complete and well documented claim is found free online.

Click on the following link to open the VA web site: www.va.gov or, copy and paste it into your browser address box.

This will bring you to the DVA home page. If you scan your eyes to the right, you will see an entry: Quick Links, VA form, type in VA Form 21-534. Be Patient, This may Take a Few Seconds to Load.

What Next?

Click Below and follow our Step-By-Step Guide to complete your claim for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation, Death Pension and Accrued Benefits.