The complete directory of official VA links, free VSO help, legal aid, state benefits, and claim.vet's free tools — everything you need to navigate your benefits in one place.
Updated April 2026
Direct links to VA.gov and federal VA resources — the authoritative source for your benefits.
File VA Form 21-526EZ directly on VA.gov — the official, fastest way to submit your disability claim and upload supporting evidence.
Access your VA records, check claim status, manage dependents, and access education, home loan, and vocational rehabilitation benefits.
The complete VA disability benefits guide — eligibility, how to apply, what to expect after filing, and how payments work.
Find and download any official VA form — including 21-526EZ, 21-0966 (Intent to File), 10182 (BVA appeal), and all others.
The federal appellate body that reviews VA claim denials. File your Notice of Disagreement (VA Form 10182) and check BVA decision status here.
Find your local VA Benefits Administration regional office for in-person claims help, hearings, and document submission.
Accredited VSOs and legal organizations that provide free VA claims assistance to veterans — never pay upfront for claim help.
DAV's national service officers provide free, expert claims assistance at VA facilities and DAV offices nationwide. One of the most effective VSOs for complex claims.
VFW service officers provide free VA claims representation at thousands of posts nationwide — from initial filing through appeals.
The American Legion's accredited service officers help veterans file, track, and appeal VA disability claims at no cost through posts in all 50 states.
PVA's national service officers specialize in claims for paralysis, spinal cord injury, and severe disabilities — free representation through BVA and CAVC.
NVLSP provides free legal representation for veterans in VA appeals and trains VSO representatives nationwide. Especially valuable for BVA and CAVC appeals.
VJL offers free legal services and claims advocacy for veterans, with a focus on veterans who have been underserved by traditional VSO channels.
AI-powered tools built specifically for veterans — free, no account required for basic access.
Calculate your exact combined VA disability rating using the VA's whole-person formula. Add conditions and see your combined percentage instantly.
Enter your conditions and symptoms to estimate what VA rating you might receive — based on the VA rating schedule and diagnostic codes.
Current 2026 VA processing times by claim type — initial ratings, HLR, Supplemental Claims, and BVA appeals. Updated monthly.
Estimate your VA back pay based on your effective date, rating, and dependents. See exactly what you're owed from your claim start date.
Find out if your ratings and employment situation qualify you for Total Disability based on Individual Unemployability (100% pay rate).
Answer a few questions and discover all the VA benefits, state benefits, and programs you may be entitled to — many veterans miss thousands in unclaimed benefits.
Paste your denial letter text and get a plain-English explanation of why you were denied, what evidence is missing, and the best next step for your appeal.
Understand every step of the VA claims process from submission to decision — with tips for each phase and red flags to watch for.
Every state offers additional veterans benefits beyond federal VA compensation — property tax exemptions, education, employment, and more.
In-depth guides written for veterans — covering filing, ratings, appeals, and everything in between.
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