Start a Disability Claim
Use these when filing initial or increased disability compensation claims.
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VA Form 21-526EZ — Application for Disability Compensation and Related Compensation Benefits
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VA Form 21-0966 — Intent to File a Claim
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VA Form 21-4138 — Statement in Support of Claim
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VA Forms 21-4142 & 21-4142a — Release/Provider Information for Non‑VA Medical Records
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VA Form 21-0781 — Statement in Support of Claimed Mental Health Disorder(s) (incl. PTSD)
Decision Reviews & Appeals (AMA)
Select one lane if you disagree with a decision: Supplemental Claim, Higher‑Level Review, or Board Appeal.
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VA Form 20-0995 — Decision Review Request: Supplemental Claim
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VA Form 20-0996 — Decision Review Request: Higher‑Level Review
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VA Form 10182 — Decision Review Request: Board Appeal (Notice of Disagreement)
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AMA Overview — Decision Review Options
Representation (Optional)
Authorize an accredited representative, attorney, or agent to assist with your claim or appeal.
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VA Form 21-22 — Appoint Veterans Service Organization (VSO)
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VA Form 21-22a — Appoint Individual (Attorney/Agent)
Special Claims & Add‑Ons
Forms commonly filed with or after 21‑526EZ depending on the situation.
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VA Form 21-8940 — Application for Increased Compensation Based on Unemployability (TDIU)
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VA Form 21-2680 — Examination for Housebound Status or Permanent Need for Regular Aid & Attendance
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Dependents — Add/Remove or School Attendance
Survivors & Burial
For surviving spouses/children/parents and burial allowances.
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VA Form 21P-534EZ — Application for DIC, Survivors Pension, and/or Accrued Benefits
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VA Form 21P-527EZ — Application for Veterans Pension
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VA Form 21P-530EZ — Application for Burial Benefits
Health Care (often related)
Not a compensation claim or appeal, but commonly filed alongside benefits.
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VA Form 10-10EZ — Application for Health Benefits
More official resources
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Find a VA Form — Official Directory
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Get Your VA Records & Benefit Letters
Tip: Always use the most current form version from VA. If a link breaks, search by number on the Find a VA Form page.