Register for Benefits

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  Register online for benefits at the Department of Veterans Affairs website, listed in the resources below. In the dark blue navigation menu under the main logo, choose "Veteran Services," and click on "New to VA." This will take you to an overview page outlining the benefits available, how to determine your eligibility, and describe the several ways to apply for benefits. Click on the link to the VONAPP website to fill out an online application. Extensive instructions will take you through the process step by step.
  
  
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  The Pre-Discharge Program is available to military personnel still on active duty, but due to separate or retire within 180 days. If this is your situation, go to the Pre-Discharge Program website. You can apply there for disability, education, vocational rehabilitation and loan program benefits.
  
  
• 3). Register in person at your Regional Office. Find out where these offices are by looking under "Locations" on the VA website. Or look in your phone book in the blue Government Listings section, US Government Offices, Veterans Affairs.