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Fully Developed Claims programUse this program to get a faster decision by submitting evidence along with your claim.
GI Bill® Comparison ToolLearn about education programs and compare benefits by school.
VA for VetsGet help transitioning to a civilian career and matching your skills and experiences to VA job opportunities.
Get your pension payments electronicallySign up for direct deposit or a pre-paid debit card.
National Call Center for Homeless VeteransFind out how we can help you or a Veteran you care about connect with VA and local resources 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Learn how to apply for Veterans Affairs Life Insurance (VALife)VALife is our new life insurance program for Veterans with service-connected disabilities.
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Agency Financial ReportView the FY 2024 report that includes VA accomplishments with taxpayer dollars and the challenges that remain.
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Outreach and Transition Programs
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Purchase & Cash-Out Refinance Loan
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- Access My Policy Online
- SGLI: Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance
- VGLI: Veterans' Group Life Insurance
- FSGLI: Family Servicemembers Group Life Insurance
- TSGLI: SGLI Traumatic Injury Protection Program
- S-DVI: Service-Disabled Veterans Life Insurance
- VALife: Veterans Affairs Life Insurance
- VMLI: Veterans' Mortgage Life Insurance
- Beneficiary Financial Counseling and Online Will
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- About VBA
Prepare for your next mission by accessing services you may have earned under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) program and other VA training and career assistance programs. Make your move from military to civilian life a success and get the training you need to thrive in your next career. If you’re an employer, consider hiring our Veterans—they’ve got the strength, character, and skills that you’re looking for.
Navigate Your Transition
With Transition Goals, Plans, and Success—Transition GPS—Servicemembers transitioning to civilian life receive career guidance, training, and counseling assistance that promotes success after service.
Employment Assistance for Veterans
If you’re a Veteran who’s unemployed, looking for work, or in need of training to qualify for a job, VA's Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program may be able to assist you.
Hire a Veteran
Employers who hire Veterans with disabilities can earn tax credits and other incentives.