What is your relationship to the deceased veteran or service member?
Was the veteran's death related to military service?
This includes deaths from service-connected conditions, even years after discharge.
If you're a surviving spouse, which applies to you?
Skip if you selected child or parent above.
You likely qualify
Based on your answers, you may qualify for DIC. DIC is a tax-free monthly benefit paid to eligible survivors of service members and veterans whose death was service-connected.
Read the DIC Guide →You may not currently qualify
Based on your answers, you may not currently qualify for DIC benefits.
Eligibility rules can be complex — you may still qualify under exceptions or special programs. We recommend speaking with an accredited Veterans Service Organization (VSO) for a free review of your situation.
Read the guide anyway →This quiz provides a general eligibility estimate only and is not an official determination. For an official decision, file a claim with the VA or consult an accredited VSO.
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