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  How to download and open a VA.gov PDF form

  We encourage you to download PDFs to your computer or other device instead of opening them in your browser. This is because some browsers have trouble opening PDFs. And sometimes browsers open a PDF b...

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  How to get free language assistance from VA

  We offer free interpreters and other language assistance to Veterans and family members. Read this page to find out how to get help in other languages by phone or at a VA health facility.

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  How to report the death of a Veteran to VA

  If you’re the survivor of a Veteran who has died, or their legal representative, we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible to report the death. Learn about the information you can prov...

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  How to set up direct deposit for VA travel pay reimbursement

  VA travel pay reimbursement through the Beneficiary Travel program pays Veterans back for mileage and other travel expenses to and from approved health care appointments. Keep reading to find out how ...

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  Request a discharge upgrade or correction

  You can apply for a discharge upgrade by mail or with the help of a Veterans Service Organization (VSO).

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  Submitting a Financial Status Report (VA Form 5655)

  You'll need to submit a Financial Status Report (VA Form 5655) as part of your request for help with certain VA repayment or debt relief options. Read below to learn more about this rep...

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  VA COVID-19 debt relief options for Veterans and dependents

  To help with financial relief during the COVID-19 pandemic, we paused collection on all new VA benefit debt created between April 6, 2020, and September 30, 2021. We also offered a pause on colle...

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  VA debt management

  Get answers to common questions about managing debt related to VA disability compensation, non-service-connected pension, and education benefits. Learn why you may owe us money and how to check y...

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  Veteran Identification Card (VIC) FAQs

  You may already have an identification card that you can use to show you’re a Veteran. But if you don’t, you can apply for a VIC to get discounts offered to Veterans. 

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  Waivers for VA benefit debt

  A waiver may be an option if you can’t repay a VA debt. Keep reading to learn about waivers for debt related to VA disability compensation, non-service-connected pension, or education...