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Additional VA Life Insurance Program Descriptions
Life Insurance
Additional VA Life Insurance Program Descriptions
VA provides the following life insurance options for Servicemembers and Veterans. The four programs listed are closed to new policies. Click on any program title for a brief background description.
| Insurance Program | Veterans Insured | Years Issued |
|---|---|---|
| United States Government Life Insurance | WWI | 1919 to 1951 |
| National Service Life Insurance | WWII | 1940 to 1951 |
| Veterans' Special Life Insurance | Korean War | 1951 to 1956 |
| Veterans' Reopened Insurance | Disabled WWII and Korean War | 1965 to 1966 |
Mandatory Electronic Payment Requirement
Beginning March 1, 2013, the Department of the Treasury has mandated that all payments must be made via Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) and not by paper check. Learn More about Electronic Payments
