Notifying Others of the Passing of a Veteran Call the Veterans Benefits Administration at the toll-free number 1-800-827-1000 if the veteran was receiving benefits such as disability compensation or a pension. Please contact the VA at the following number: 1-800-669-8477 if the veteran was enrolled in a VA-sponsored life insurance policy.
Notifying Others of the Passing of a Veteran
- Call the Veterans Benefits Administration at the toll-free number 1-800-827-1000 if the veteran was receiving compensation for a disability or a pension
- Please contact the VA at the following number: 1-800-669-8477 if the veteran was enrolled in a VA-sponsored life insurance policy
How do I notify the VA of a death?
Notifying the VA of a death and beginning to discuss benefits at the same time will naturally speed up the process. Notifying the VA of a death first and then contacting the VA again later after you’ve had more time to research potential benefits is one option, but notifying the VA of a death and beginning to discuss benefits at the same time will also work. 2. Prepare documentation
How do I report a death outside of the US?
In the event that the death occurred outside of the United States, the VA should be willing to accept either a copy of the public record or a signed and sealed report from the United States Consulate, both of which must have been authenticated by an agency of the State Department or the United States Consul.You can reach the Telephone Assistance Service of the Department of Veterans Affairs by dialing (800) 827-1000.