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This tool provides estimates for educational purposes only. We are not accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs and do not file claims, provide legal advice, or represent veterans before the VA (38 U.S.C. § 5904). For official assistance, contact a VSO, CVSO, or VA-accredited attorney.

Virginia Veterans Benefits Resources

Based on Public benefits information published by the Virginia Department of Veterans Services and the state of Virginia. This page is a free community resource. We are not VA-accredited and do not file claims or provide legal advice (per 38 U.S.C. § 5904).

Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 · Next review: 2026-10-18

Maintained by: Veterans Benefits Navigator editorial team. Every citation links to a primary federal or state source. See editorial standards and our privacy posture.

Primary sources: Virginia Department of Veterans Services, VA benefits overview

State-level veteran benefits supplement federal VA compensation and healthcare. Virginia administers its own set of programs, summarized below. State programs change by legislature; verify current rules directly with the Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Finding help in Virginia

Federal VA disability, healthcare, education, housing, and survivor benefits are the same in every state. What changes by state — and, more specifically, by county — is access to free, accredited representation. Most veterans in Virginia can work with a County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) at no cost, or with a VSO recognized by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

  • VA’s accredited representative lookup. The VA publishes the official directory of accredited attorneys, claims agents, and VSO representatives. You can filter by state when you search: VA Office of General Counsel accreditation search.
  • County CVSOs. Many Virginiacounties staff a County Veterans Service Officer. CVSOs are funded by the county (or state) and may file federal and state veteran claims for free. They are not VBN and are not employees of the VA — they work for the veterans of their county.
  • Your state’s department of veterans affairs. Search for “VirginiaDepartment of Veterans Affairs” on the official state government website (.gov) for state-specific benefits, nursing-home admissions, tuition programs, and the current CVSO directory. VBN links to the Virginia Department of Veterans Services; confirm URLs before submitting forms.

Start with your state veterans office

The Virginia Department of Veterans Services is the authoritative source for state-level eligibility, application forms, and appeal procedures. Many Virginia counties also host a County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO); state VA departments typically maintain a directory of CVSOs who can file state and federal claims at no cost. The current directory is available at www.dvs.virginia.gov/benefits/locations.

Commonly cited Virginia benefits

These are benefits most frequently highlighted by Virginia Department of Veterans Services. Eligibility rules vary by program and change over time; each item links to the official source.

  • Real Estate Tax Exemption for 100% Disabled Veterans. Virginia offers a real estate tax exemption on the principal residence for veterans rated 100% service-connected, total and permanent. Surviving spouses may continue the exemption under some circumstances. Source.
  • Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP). VMSDEP may provide tuition and fee waivers at Virginia public colleges and universities for qualifying spouses and children of permanently disabled or deceased veterans. Source.
  • Virginia Values Veterans (V3). The V3 program connects veterans with employers that have committed to hiring and retaining veterans. The program includes no-cost training and certification for both veterans and employers. Source.
  • Veteran Designation on Virginia Driver License. Virginia driver licenses and ID cards may display a "VETERAN" designation at no additional fee with documentation of honorable service. Source.

Federal claims still run through VA.gov

State benefits are administered by Virginia. Federal VA disability compensation, healthcare enrollment, GI Bill, VR&E, VA home loans, and survivor benefits are administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and are the same in every state. VBN’s federal-side tools are linked below.

What this page is (and what it isn’t)

This page summarizes publicly published VA state veteran benefits with links to authoritative sources. It is not a legal guide and does not substitute for an accredited Veterans Service Officer. Filing deadlines, income thresholds, and rating thresholds change; treat this page as a starting point and confirm current rules with the state VA department before making filing decisions.

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