2025 Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers Guide

The 2025 Federal Benefits Guide for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers provides information on benefits and services currently available by law and regulation. The information provided in the guide is validated by VA as of Oct 10, 2024. Please go to va.gov to access the latest updates on Veteran care and benefits.

Veterans of the United States (U.S.) Armed Forces may be eligible for a broad range of benefits and services provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These benefits are codified in Title 38 of the United States Code (U.S.C.). This booklet contains overviews of the most commonly sought information about Veterans’ benefits and services. For the most up-to-date information, Veterans and family members should visit the websites provided within this publication as regulations, payments, and eligibility requirements are subject to change. For additional information, please visit www.va.gov. To find the nearest VA facility, go to www.va.gov/find-locations. As a companion to the booklet, the VA Welcome Kit is available at www.va.gov/welcome-kit/ to explore VA benefits and services more in-depth.