Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) & Survivors Pension
Offered by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - Office of Survivors Assistance
Monthly tax-free payments to eligible surviving spouses, children, and parents of deceased veterans.
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Cost & format
free · In person or online
Who this is for
Surviving spouses, children, or dependent parents of a veteran who died from a service-related cause or met certain criteria
How to apply
Complete VA forms and submit to a VA Regional Office or Pension Management Center; call 1-800-827-1000 for help
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