What was your discharge status?
Most VA benefits require an honorable or general discharge.
Do you have a current medical diagnosis of a physical or mental condition?
A current diagnosis from any qualified medical provider counts.
Did the condition begin during, or was it caused by, your military service?
This includes injuries, illnesses, or events that happened in service — even if symptoms appeared later.
Did you serve on active duty, in the Reserves, or in the National Guard?
You likely qualify
Based on your answers, you appear to meet the basic eligibility requirements for VA disability compensation. The next step is to gather your evidence and file your claim.
Read the Full VA Claims Guide →You may not currently qualify
Based on your answers, you may not currently qualify for VA disability compensation.
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.