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How to change direct deposit information for VA benefits

Follow our step-by-step instructions for changing your VA direct deposit information for VA disability compensation, pension, or education benefit payments. We'll show you how to sign in and make changes online.

Step-by-step instructions

  1. If you're not signed in to VA.gov, sign in now, starting with step 1. You can sign in with your DS LogonMy HealtheVet, or ID.me account. If you don't have an account, we’ll prompt you to create one.

    If you're already signed in to VA.gov, you can skip to step 4 below. You'll go straight to your VA.gov profile.

     

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    Screenshot of a sign-in form
    Screenshot of a sign-in form
  2. Choose how you want to receive the authentication code

    You can choose to get either a text message or a phone call.

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    Screenshot of 2 ways to get your authentication code
    Screenshot of 2 ways to get your authentication code
  3. Enter the authentication code you received

    This is the 6-digit code we sent to your phone.

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    Screenshot of a field to enter the authentication code
    Screenshot of a field to enter the authentication code
  4. Go to your VA.gov profile 

    After you've signed in, click on your name in the top right corner of the page. Select Profile from the drop-down menu.

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    Screenshot of a dropdown menu
    Screenshot of a dropdown menu
  5. Go to direct deposit

    Under "Your profile," select Direct deposit information

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    Screenshot of a navigation menu
    Screenshot of a navigation menu
  6. Update your direct deposit information

    Click Edit to make changes for disability compensation and pension benefits, or education benefits. 

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    Screenshot of an example of bank account information
    Screenshot of an example of bank account information
  7. Enter your information and click Update to save your changes

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    Screenshot of a form to enter new bank account information
    Screenshot of a form to enter new bank account information

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VA benefits

  • Disability

    File a claim for disability compensation for conditions related to your military service, and manage your benefits over time.

  • Pension

    Apply for monthly payments for wartime Veterans and survivors with limited or no income who meet certain age and disability requirements.

  • Education and training

    Apply for and manage your GI Bill and other education benefits to help pay for college and training programs.

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