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Pension

If you are a low-income, wartime period Veteran who meets certain age or disability requirements - or if you are a surviving family member of a Veteran who meets the criteria - you may be eligible to receive tax-free, supplemental income.

Learn More About Pension Benefits


Apply for Pension Benefits

If you need help applying, you can appoint a Veterans Service Organization (VSO), claims agent, or attorney to act on your behalf. You can appoint a representative for VA claims here on VA/DoD eBenefits. If you prefer to apply online yourself, register for a VA/DoD eBenefits account or log in to your account.

To apply for pension benefits:

  1. Select the application below for Veterans using the Veterans Online Application (VONAPP). If you need help using VONAPP, please contact your VSO, claims agent, or attorney. For immediate assistance, call VA at 1-800-827-1000 Monday-Friday, 8am to 9pm EST.
  2. Complete your form by providing information about you and your situation.
  3. Include supporting documents that support your claim.
  4. Submit your claim.

Start Your Application for Pension

Manage Your Pension

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