Losing a loved one who served in the military is a profound loss. If your veteran spouse passed away in the line of duty or due to a service-related illness or injury, you may be eligible for monthly benefits. If you are a surviving child below the age of 18 or below the age of 23 and attending school, and you do not have a parent or guardian who is eligible for benefits, you can still apply for DIC. The VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (VA DIC) program aims to offer some financial support for surviving spouses, children, and parents.
Curious about the potential compensation you could receive from DIC benefits? Our calculator can provide a quick estimate for surviving spouses.
Using the DIC Backpay Calculator
Our free calculator is a valuable tool that can help you estimate the amount of compensation you can receive. Just fill in the information and select the appropriate response for each question, and we will do the rest.
Things to remember:
- The calculation assumes that you meet all eligibility criteria and that the veteran died after January 1, 1993.
- This is just an estimate. The VA determines final benefit amounts based on eligibility requirements and approved added amounts.
Disclaimer: Although there are some exceptions, in general, you need to continue to pursue benefits in order to receive monthly compensation.
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This is just an estimate. The VA determines final benefit amounts based on eligibility requirements and approved added amounts.