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Disability benefits in Virginia

Based on Federal VA regulations and Virginia state-published veteran benefits. 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

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Primary sources: 38 CFR Part 4, Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Federal VA disability compensation amounts are set by Congress and are the same in every state. Virginia publishes additional programs that may supplement what eligible veterans receive from the federal government. Verify current rules with the Virginia Department of Veterans Services (opens in new tab) before relying on this page for filing decisions.

Federal disability compensation (same in every state)

The VA may rate service-connected disabilities under 38 CFR Part 4 and pay monthly compensation under 38 U.S.C. § 1110 (wartime) or § 1131 (peacetime). The combined-rating estimator computes an estimated monthly amount under 38 CFR § 4.25 if you have one or more rated conditions.

Combined Rating Estimator: estimate your overall rating under 38 CFR § 4.25.
2026 VA Compensation Rates: current monthly rate tables.
How to File a Disability Claim: federal claim walkthrough.

Reported VA processing-time medians for Virginia: initial claims approximately 150 days; approximately 365 days for Higher-Level Review. Medians do not predict any individual claim’s timeline. Retrieved 2026-04-25 from VA processing-times publication.

Virginia disability-related programs

These programs are administered by Virginia, not by the federal VA. Eligibility, application processes, and benefit amounts are set by the state and may change. Each item links to the authoritative source.

Property tax exemption

Virginia may offer 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 conditions.

Read the rule

Vehicle registration and disabled-veteran plates

Virginia may waive certain vehicle registration fees and issue Disabled Veteran plates for qualifying veterans through the DMV.

Read the rule

Other Virginia-published programs

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 (opens in new tab).
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 (opens in new tab).
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 (opens in new tab).
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 (opens in new tab).

Where to get free, accredited help in Virginia

Many Virginia counties staff a County Veterans Service Officer (CVSO) who may file federal and state veteran claims at no cost. The Virginia Department of Veterans Services typically maintains a current directory.

VA OGC accredited representative search (VA) (opens in new tab): the official federal directory.
Virginia CVSO / VSO directory (opens in new tab): published by the Virginia Department of Veterans Services.
Virginia Department of Veterans Services (opens in new tab): state-level eligibility, application forms, and appeal procedures.

By the Veterans Benefits Navigator teamLast reviewed 2026-04-18

Federal disability compensation (same in every state)

Virginia disability-related programs

Property tax exemption

Read the rule

Vehicle registration and disabled-veteran plates

Virginia may waive certain vehicle registration fees and issue Disabled Veteran plates for qualifying veterans through the DMV.

Read the rule

Other Virginia-published programs

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 (opens in new tab).
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 (opens in new tab).
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 (opens in new tab).
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 (opens in new tab).

Where to get free, accredited help in Virginia