Step 1 of 4
Your Military Service
Basic service information determines your core eligibility for most VA programs, including healthcare, the GI Bill, and home loan benefits.
Post-9/11 (2001–present)
Gulf War (1990–2001)
Vietnam Era
Korean War / Cold War
Peacetime only
Yes — deployed to combat zone
No combat deployment
Step 2 of 4
Discharge & Current Status
Your discharge type and current status determine eligibility for key programs including the VA home loan, disability compensation, and pension.
Honorable
General (Under Honorable)
Other than Honorable
Dishonorable
Veteran (separated)
Still active duty
Retired military
Surviving spouse
Guard / Reserve only
No — not enrolled
Yes — enrolled
Not sure
Step 3 of 4
Health & Disability
Service-connected health conditions significantly expand your benefit eligibility and can eliminate fees on other programs like the VA home loan.
No rating yet
10%–40%
50%–90%
100% (P&T)
Step 4 of 4
Your Current Situation
These final questions personalize your benefits list to your specific life situation — education, housing, employment, and family.
No education plans
College / university
Trade / vocational school
Graduate school
Already used GI Bill
Renting / no home yet
Looking to buy
Own a home
Want to refinance
Employed
Unemployed / job seeking
Self-employed
Unable to work due to disability
No dependents
Spouse only
Children
Spouse + children
Benefits you likely qualify for
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Very likely qualified
Potentially qualified — verify with VA
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Important disclaimer: This tool provides educational information only and is not an official VA determination of eligibility. Benefit eligibility is determined by the US Department of Veterans Affairs based on your individual service record, discharge status, and specific circumstances. Benefit amounts shown are approximate figures based on 2025 VA rates and are subject to annual change. This tool is not affiliated with the US Department of Veterans Affairs. Always verify eligibility through an accredited VSO or directly with the VA. For crisis support, Veterans Crisis Line: 988, then press 1.