1. The Application for Disability Benefits

2. Tips
This guide is to help you understand the forms necessary to apply for Disability Benefits through VAC.
If a Veteran wishes to pursue an application, it is best practice to direct them to the Command Service Officer for representation. If they prefer to go directly through VAC, or simply need someone to help them understand the forms, you may feel free to assist them in the completion of the application.
The application form changes regularly, but generally requires the same information as previous versions.

3. Purpose
The purpose of the Application for Disability Benefits is to establish the following:
The personal/family information of the applicant;
The condition being claimed;
How this condition was caused or significantly aggravated by military service; and
How it affects the applicant’s quality of life

4. The first three pages are for Personal Information
Personal Profile
Service Info
The first three pages are for Personal Information
Address
Dependent Info
Signature

5. The Application
Claimed condition
The next several pages comprise the actual application. The number of pages is dependent upon the number of claimed conditions.
How is the condition related to service…
Quality of Life Questionnaire
Signature

6. The Consent Form
The next few pages are just instructions (don’t worry about them). The last page is the Consent for VAC to Collect Information from Third Parties form. Typically, it is good practice to name the primary care physician here.
Permission for Complete file or only specific info
Authorized Parties
Signature

7. Thank You!