Newark VA Regional Benefit Office

Visitors seeking assistance from the Public Contact Team at the Newark Regional Office are encouraged to schedule a virtual or in-person appointment on the Visitor Engagement Reporting Application (VERA). VERA is a self-service portal which allows visitors to schedule, reschedule, and cancel appointments. You will receive email confirmation of your appointment.

Services are available on a walk-in from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm or by appointment Monday thru Friday. 

Additionally, if you are unable to attend an in person appointment, there are virtual appointments available as well.

If you schedule a virtual appointment, one of our representatives will reach out to you via your contact information that you provide and the specified date and time of your choosing.

Unfortunately, free parking is not available when accessing the Newark VA Regional Office. 

Using Public Transportation

via New Jersey Transit 

From Newark Penn Station take Newark Light Rail Service to Broad Street Station. Disembark at Atlantic Street, walk south to Lombardy Street, turn right to Broad Street, cross to Washington Place. The building is in the corner of Halsey Street and Washington Place facing Washington Park. Coach USA Bus # 44 from Penn Station stops at the rear of the building (Corner Central Avenue and Halsey Street). Walk to the corner of Washington Place (in front of the park). To your left is the front entrance of the Regional Office. From NJT Broad Street Station: take Newark Light Rail to Penn Station and disembark at the Washington Park stop. Walk south across park. The Regional Office building faces the park on the south side of the park.

From Broad Street Station the Regional Office is also walking distance. Walk three blocks South along Broad Street until you come to Washington Park. Cross the park to the front entrance of the building. The following buses stop within short walking distance of the building: bus number 13, 27, 24, 29, 39, 41, 42, 44, 59, 65, 66, and 72.

Driving Directions

From the New Jersey Garden State Parkway

Take exit 145 to Interstate 280 East. Proceed on 280 East: Take extreme right lane of Rt. 280 East following signs to Harrison. Use exit 14A (Martin Luther King Boulevard) and at the bottom of the ramp, turn right onto Martin Luther King Blvd. Bear right and continue on Martin Luther King Blvd. Make a left turn at the third light (Central Ave.) Proceed two blocks and make a left turn onto Washington Street. The VA Regional Office is the first building on your right.

From the NJ Turnpike

Take Exit 15W to Interstate 280 West. Proceed on 280 West: When nearing the "Draw Bridge Ahead" Sign, prepare to exit at the second "Exit 15" sign. Upon exiting make a right turn (State Street). At light make a right turn (University Ave.). At third light make a left turn (Central Ave.) Proceed east for one block, turn left onto Washington Street. The first building on the right is the VA Regional Office. From Routes 24/78: Take routes 24/78 to Garden State Parkway and follow signs for 280 East. Proceed on Route 280 East: Take extreme right lane of Rt. 280 East following signs to Harrison. Use exit 14A (Martin Luther King Boulevard) at bottom of ramp, turn right onto Martin Luther King Blvd. Bear right and continue on Martin Luther King Blvd. Make a left turn at the third light (Central Ave.) Proceed two blocks and make a left turn onto Washington Street. The VA Regional Office is the first building on your right.

From Newark Airport

Take Route 9 North to Route 21 North (McCarter Highway) into Newark. Turn left Center Street. Proceed to Central Avenue. Turn right Washington Street. Turn right first block, Washington Place. The building is to your right.

Street and Paid Parking Lots 

Meter parking on the street is limit and can be paid via the ParkMobile  app on Android or Apple devices. Spot Hero and Passport Parking can also be used to find lot parking near the VA Regional Office.

 

When you visit, please bring a current, unexpired photo ID.    

Depending on the reason for your visit, you may need to bring additional documents and information about you and your dependents, including

Documents

• A copy of your discharge or separation papers (DD214)
• Copies of relevant medical records

Personal information

• Your Social Security number 
• Direct deposit information

Information about your dependents

• Dates of birth 
• Social Security numbers

We can help you find out what documents to bring to your visit. We can also request documents for you. Call the office for more information.