VA Form 21P-534A Application for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation by a Surviving Spouse or Child - In-Service Death Only

What Is VA Form 21P-534A?

This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on June 1, 2018 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is VA Form 21P-534A?
A: VA Form 21P-534A is the Application for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation by a Surviving Spouse or Child - In-Service Death Only.

Q: What is Dependency and Indemnity Compensation?
A: Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) is a tax-free monetary benefit paid to eligible survivors of military service members who died in the line of duty or as a result of a service-connected disability.

Q: Who can apply for DIC?
A: A surviving spouse or child of a deceased military service member who died in the line of duty or as a result of a service-connected disability can apply for DIC.

Q: What is an in-service death?
A: An in-service death refers to a death that occurred during active military service.

Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: The required documents may include the service member's death certificate, marriage certificate, and birth certificates of dependent children.

Q: Is DIC taxable income?
A: No, DIC is a tax-free monetary benefit.