How does a widow qualify for DIC VA benefits if her deceased husband was a veteran?

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As a spouse of a deceased veteran, you may be eligible for thousands of dollars in benefits from the VA, but to qualify you must prove that you are a spouse of a veteran.
There are a number of different ways in which you can do that.
In order to be considered a qualifying spouse, you must either be married to the veteran or be in what is called a “deemed valid marriage” to the veteran. “Deemed Valid” is determined by common law marriage standards regardless of whether you reside in a common law marriage state.
You can apply for DIC (Dependency and Indemnity Compensation) if you can prove these criteria:
1. Prove you were married to the deceased veteran or were in a "deemed valid" marriage
2. Had at least 1 year of marriage by the standards in #1
3. Continuously lived together during your marriage (except for medical or civil reasons that you'll have to explain)
4. You haven't remarried since the death of your veteran.
These criteria apply the same way to same-sex couples.
Watch as veteran’s attorney Lori Underwood describes the other requirements you need to satisfy to meet eligibility as spousal benefits for DIC.
If you are a serving spouse of a veteran, you may qualify for dependency and indemnity compensation (DIC). Contact us to see if you are eligible. Give us a call and receive a free legal consultation.
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Ай бұрын

If the Veteran is 100% rated disabled, that status IS always service connected, and if the his/her spouse have been married for 10 years from the date of the 100% award letter then the spouse DOES qualify. Currently - 2024 there is a Bill working it's way through the Senate that would not only increase the amount given to the surviving spouse but reduce the time to 5 years. The "Caring For Survivors Act".

@beautyRest1 2 жыл бұрын

But you forgot to mention that the cause of death has to be service related, if the veteran has received his 100% disability less than 10 years. They denied my DIC but I appeal the decision with a attorney .

@prissweb 2 жыл бұрын

It looks like my mom will have to get a attorney too :( They seem to want to deny her.

@johncarlson8125 Жыл бұрын

@@prissweb Did you get DIC

@makeitso4793 6 ай бұрын

DID YOU WIN? MY HUSBAND DIED MUCH MORE QUICKLY FORM ALS. HE WENT WITHIN 2 YEARS OF HAVING IT. MAKES NO SENSE BECAUSE IT IS A MILITARY DISEASE THAT I WOULD GET TURNED DOWN.

@angelaevans2948 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@romanticjade9026 3 жыл бұрын

maam how to send the requierments that i done to fill up.where i can send it

@pcsocoronel5753 4 жыл бұрын

How to avail your services as an atty. Of our claims?

@beannerthomas2358 Жыл бұрын

My former husband just passed away and he name me as the beneficiary for AOP 100%. However, he was paying into spousal benefit program for his previous wife who is also deceased but I am not sure If my name is included in that program. If he never remarried ; what are my rights to claim such benefit?

@mojamb0 2 жыл бұрын

In addition to being surviving spouse provide evidence showing that one of these is true: The service member died while on active duty, active duty for training, or inactive-duty training, or The Veteran died from a service-connected illness or injury, or the Veteran didn’t die from a service-connected illness or injury, but was eligible to receive VA compensation for a service-connected disability rated as totally disabling for a certain period of time

@johnnyperez1969 Жыл бұрын

10 years I believe!!

@romanticjade9026 3 жыл бұрын

i would like to know if am qualify i never been married to other man

@christinambrown9151 2 жыл бұрын

My mother just passed and my father was a veteran and he died in 2016. He served in Vietnam as a Marine. My sister and I are the surviving children. What benefits do we get? Burial reimbursement? Please advise.

@woodslawyers 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your parents. Far too many veterans do not get the compensation they deserve while they are living. However, you may be eligible for survivor's benefits, if you meet certain criteria. You can find more information here: www.woodslawyers.com/veteran-funeral-benefits-available/. We'd be happy to discuss this with you to see if we can help. We're at 800-544-2108.

@romanticjade9026 3 жыл бұрын

am complete the requirments were i can send it maam

@alfredocoronel6469 2 жыл бұрын

Hello! Can I continue to claim as a substitute for my deceased widow claimant Mother? Can I apply for any other benefits she is supposed to be qualified but she did apply while living? She died at 88.

@woodslawyers 2 жыл бұрын

It's hard to answer this question without knowing the specifics of your claim. We'd be happy to discuss it with you to see if we can help. We're at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free consultation at bit.ly/3yEn2lZ

@barbnbirds 4 жыл бұрын

My husband was a veteran.He passed away in 1994 at 53. I was on a permanent disability at the time .We were married for 23 yrs.We lived apart for a while for medical reasons a few yrs. Would I be able to get DIC benefits?

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

Was your husband service connected (was being paid by the VA for service connected compensation)for anything that is directly contributing to his cause of death? If not, that is basically a no.

@barbnbirds 3 жыл бұрын

@@evilload He died of a heart attack , not service related .TY for your reply though.

@charlesnewman864 2 жыл бұрын

Contact me lets start a new relationship, I'm a widower also

@prophetba 2 жыл бұрын

@@barbnbirds hi, I’m a military widow receiving D.I.C. If your husband died from a heart attack, it could be considered service related! My husband passed a heart attack, and complications from C.O.P.D and arterioscleroses, he was a Viet Nam vet, exposed to agent Orange. Please contact V.A. learn more, and apply. I really believe you’re eligible dear. Bless you 🙏🏽♥️

@SharonWattigney 3 ай бұрын

@@prophetbahello mam please can you help me ,,my husband pass away January 20,2024 this year he has a 100 percent service connected receiving monthly compensation,he died for coronary artery disease we've been married for 7 yrs do I qualify for DIC? Thank you and advance

@JoseAlvarez-vj6ri 3 жыл бұрын

My father is world war 2 veteran and he was died last July 12 2012 is my mother qualified to transfer the pension of my father as surviving wife.

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

We help with DIC claims at our firm. You can check out this page to read more about DIC benefits for widows or request a free consultation www.woodslawyers.com/dic-benefits-explained-appeal-lawyer/

@lifeisgood5378 3 жыл бұрын

good day, my mom is a widow of WW2 veteran,shes 91 yrs.old and living in the Phils.is she qualified for a DIC VA?

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jimmy. If she meets the requirements on this page, she is eligible to apply: www.woodslawyers.com/dic-benefits-for-widows/

@marygantalao2264 2 ай бұрын

hello, i understand their is a ten year rule.will you address that, for all of us concerned. thanks

@woodslawyers 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for your question. If the veteran's eligibility was due to rating of totally disabling, they must have had this rating: - For at least 10 years before their death, or - Since their release from active duty and for at least 5 years immediately before their death, or - For at least 1 year before their death if they were a former prisoner of war who died after September 30, 1999

@larryyouguessame6078 3 жыл бұрын

Must a veteran who is 100% IU pass away from service connected injury for widow to qualify?

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

If the veteran died from a non-service connected condition, the widow could still be eligible for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation, if certain criteria are met. If the Veteran’s eligibility was due to a rating of totally disabling, they must have had this rating: -For at least 10 years before their death, or -Since their release from active duty and for at least 5 years immediately before their death, or -For at least 1 year before their death if they were a former prisoner of war who died after September 30, 1999

@melindagregory9386 2 жыл бұрын

my husband passed away last may 16, 2020, he is a veteran he is a US ARMY retired, i did no t claim the Spause pension i leave in the Philippines im not a american citizen im 61 years old were married for almost 18 years how can i apply for that.

@woodslawyers 2 жыл бұрын

So sorry to hear about your husband's passing. Was your husband also receiving monthly disability compensation from the Department of Veteran's Affairs, or was he just receiving a military retirement? There are several programs for surviving spouses.

@romanticjade9026 3 жыл бұрын

am here in the philipines my sister in law help me have all the paper i need when i done fill it up where i can send it maam thank you so much

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Marysil. You can send your completed VA Form 21P-534EZ to: Department of Veterans Affairs Pension Intake Center P.O. Box 8079 Philadelphia , PA 19101

@lucialiebert1277 2 жыл бұрын

I'm requesting info for a cousin who's husband commited suicide a few years after returning from Viet Nam. He served as a door gunner. She went to apply because she was left with 3 young girls to raise alone. The VA turned her away so she had to work 2 to 3 jobs to care for her girls who are now grown up. She is alone now and struggles to make ends meet. Her home is older and needs much repair. PTSD was not recognized back then which he obviously suffered from hense his suicide. He also developed cancer they did not recognize at the time which made his depression worse. She has never remarried. I don't know what the income requirements are and if she would qualify at all for any assitance or benefits afforded veteran families now.

@woodslawyers 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lucia. Our firm actually works with widows and surviving dependents of veterans to assist with survivor benefits claims. Here is some additional information about Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC), including answers to some of the questions you asked: bit.ly/3kIoXAy We'd also be happy to do a free consultation with your cousin to see if we can help with her claim.

@foreveryours7464 Жыл бұрын

@@woodslawyers Hi, my ex-deceased husband was in the Vietnam from 1966-1987. We were married on 2/26/1992. We divorced on 1/2/ 2003. His Death was service-connected. He was diagnosed with Agent Orange and PTSD, and his cause of death was Cardiopulmonary Arrest, Non-Small Cells Lung Cancer, and Astral FIbrillation Hypertension. We were married for Ten years. My question is, Am I entitled to receive the DIC benefits? and he was married before our marriage and that marriage ended in a divorce, as well, and that marriage lasted 17 years. Is his first wife entitled to receive DIC, and if so, can two ex-wives receive DIC? Thank you for taking out the time to answer my questions.

@elenaabing441 3 жыл бұрын

I have some questions we got married here in Philippines we lived together for 3 yrs and separated he filed a devorced there in the U S A and i did not remarry till now am still in Philippines can i still get something and he did not remarried yet till he died

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Elena. If you divorced the veteran before death, you are not eligible for DIC benefits.

@charlesnewman864 2 жыл бұрын

Contact me lets keep in touch with you

@dinalyncuevas4294 Жыл бұрын

i am a va veterans wife. but he died and we are married for only 3 months. is there any benifits for me?

@woodslawyers Жыл бұрын

Great question. To be eligible for DIC benefits, a surviving spouse must meet one of the following requirements: - Married the veteran within 15 years of their discharge from the period of military service during which the qualifying illness or injury started or got worse, or - Married to the veteran for at least 1 year, or - Had a child with the veteran You can find more information about DIC benefits here: www.woodslawyers.com/dic-benefits-for-widows/

@juanitabahe7145 Жыл бұрын

I'm currently receiving, widowed spousal benefits, cud I be entitled to any of his veterans benefits. We have 3 kids n all are married wit kids.

@woodslawyers Жыл бұрын

Since you are already receiving widow benefits, the other benefit you may be eligible for is a survivor's pension. This is paid to veteran's survivor who meets certain eligibility criteria. The survivor's pension is a needs-based benefit, meaning that survivors must meet income requirements to receive the survivor's pension. If you have any more questions about this, feel free to call us at 800-544-2108, or you can fill out our free consultation form: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&CommentShare

@cristaejones4108 4 жыл бұрын

I have tried this since my husband death in 2002 and still denied

@giftedandblack494 4 жыл бұрын

Get a lawyer. They will work for you if they think you have back pay from the death of him until now. I heard one lawyer say they got back a quarter of a million for some women.

@prissweb 2 жыл бұрын

@@giftedandblack494 Is this real ?

@ladyjho9996 2 жыл бұрын

What if they married outside USA ,, will wife still eligible for benefits

@woodslawyers 2 жыл бұрын

If a U.S. military veteran married outside the U.S., the spouse would still be eligible for survivor's benefits, as long as she met all other criteria for those benefits. You can read more about those criteria here: www.woodslawyers.com/dic-benefits-for-widows/

@hermanapilado2541 3 жыл бұрын

Is there a spouse income requirement to qualify for aDIC?

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

While some veterans benefits like pensions are based on income, DIC is not.

@deecee901 Жыл бұрын

Being DIC isnt. Why must i declare all assests? My husband 100 percent T & P 12 years now. I became fearful because I was just left an inheritence.

@assuntaoneil9694 Жыл бұрын

@@deecee901 Same thing with me. Just came into an inheritance too. Would like to know if I need to move money out of our name. Hope someone replies

@makeitso4793 6 ай бұрын

IF YOUR HUSBAND WAS DANGEROUS TO LIVE WITH AND YOU HAD TO LEAVE WILL YOU STILL GET BENEFITS? THEY TOLD ME I HAD TO GET A COPY OF THE ARESST BY THE MP'S AND EVEN I KNOW THAT'S DUMB. I WILL FIND NOTHING. IT HAPPENED WHEN I WAS 24 AND NOW I'M 60. RECORDS ARE DONE BY NON-MILITARY PEOPLE AND THEY MAKE A MESS OF THINGS. WHAT CAN I DO?

@woodslawyers 6 ай бұрын

It's hard to answer this question without knowing more about your case. You can learn more about DIC benefits here: www.woodslawyers.com/dic-benefits-for-widows/?.com&DICLori&CommentShare

@jacellemaeabogada2989 3 жыл бұрын

DIC can terminate if the spouse has a Boyfriend?

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

This is a tricky one. If we're applying the same definition of "marriage" the VA uses for eligibility for DIC, it could depend on if the widow and boyfriend meet the VA's criteria for a "deemed valid" marriage. However, if the widow has a boyfriend who she is not living with or sharing financial responsibilities with, it stands to reason that she would still be eligible for DIC.

@helenricord2533 3 жыл бұрын

How can i apply im.living in the philippines

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Helen. You can follow the instructions at this link to complete your DIC application: www.benefits.gov/benefit/290. If you'd like assistance with the application process, you can contact us at 800-544-2108 or by visiting our website at www.woodslawyers.com/contact.

@marlyndeguia9798 2 жыл бұрын

Hi goodmorning ma'am I'm marlyn D.Blanford I'm surviving spouse of mr Douglas Willard Blanford a veteran member!!!he passed away last April 05,2022 we've been married for about 3 years now ,I just want to ask u some help if I can avail his VA benefits, thank you so much Sincerely yours marlyn Blanford

@woodslawyers 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry to hear about your husband's passing. You may be eligible for survivors benefits if you meet certain criteria. You can find more information here: www.woodslawyers.com/dic-benefits-for-widows/ We would be happy to discuss this with you to see if we can help. We're at 800-544-2108, or you can fill out our free consultation form here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&CommentShare

@marlyndeguia9798 2 жыл бұрын

Goodmorning to u ma'am/sir, Thank u very much for answering my email god bless us all ❤❤❤❤

@JoseAlvarez-vj6ri 3 жыл бұрын

Please reply if qualified .

@micheleedwards7783 6 ай бұрын

Hi, I just watched your video. My husband just passed on December 27, 2023. He was a veteran. We were married in 2010. We met and got legally married in South Korea. I'm South African and he was American. In 2022 he returned to the US to set up a home and try to find work to support the both of us, while I returned to South Africa to visit with family. Unfortunately, he was diagnosed with a stage four glioblastoma brain tumor in January 2023. Due to financial concerns, my husband didn't want me to join him in the US at the time, although we communicated telephonically almost daily during this period until his death. He was receiving social security and some VA benefits at the time of his death. He told me that as his spouse I would qualify for some of this. The problem is that I'm still in South Africa and would like some assistance with this process of applying for benefits.

@woodslawyers 6 ай бұрын

I'm so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. We would be happy to discuss this with you to see if we can help. You can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free case evaluation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/?.com&DICLori&CommentShare

@micheleedwards7783 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for getting back to me. As I mentioned earlier I am currently in South Africa so I don't think the toll-free phone number will apply to me so I opted for the free case evaluation. Is there an email address that I can use to correspond with you? Thank you for your kind assistance. @@woodslawyers

@woodslawyers 6 ай бұрын

Of course! You can email us at newsletter@woodslawyers.com.

@makeitso4793 6 ай бұрын

DON'T YOU HAVE TO LIVE IN THE STATES? IF MY HUSBAND NOW, MOVES BACK TO INDIA, HE WILL LOSE HIS SS.

@cheryljenkins6029 Ай бұрын

Hello my husband passed away December 22 2023 I app for burial benefits and DiC since January 12 2024 I been calling to get information my husband papers have been sitting in the V.A in Philadelphia seen March I don't know why it's taking this long .

@karlahester8064 Жыл бұрын

What is dic benefits

@woodslawyers Жыл бұрын

DIC stands for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation benefits. It is also called survivor benefits. Here is more information about this benefit: www.woodslawyers.com/dic-benefits-for-widows/

@angelaevans2948 3 жыл бұрын

What states do you practice in?

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Angela. We serve clients in all 50 states. We also have some clients overseas.

@SharonWattigney 4 ай бұрын

@@woodslawyers my husband pass away on January 20 2024,his 75 yrs old and I'm 41 we've been married for 7 yrs until he dies😊he has a 100% service connected I file the burial benefits and survival benefits at the VA ,March 05 ,2024 I recieved a mail from VA regarding my files ,the file that I recieved is for burial benefits they grand me 948 $ dollars for burial assistance,,Bec the they said he died from.none service connected,,,, So this is my question again if my husband died from none service connected do I still qualify for eligibility for DIC OR SURVIVOR PENSION ?? THANK YOU SO MUCH APPRECIATED YOUR ANSWER,BY THE IM FROM THE PHILIPPINES ❤

@SharonWattigney 4 ай бұрын

He died from coronary arteries due to heart attack

@rheaandrada2612 2 ай бұрын

@@SharonWattigney,you received burial benifits after 1 month that you applied?

@evawitham1511 4 жыл бұрын

My husband is 80 percent service connected..did you think im eligable for DIC..my pension is survivor pension..we have no child..thank you madam

@evilload 3 жыл бұрын

Depends on what your husband passes away from and/or more information. A decision cannot be made until that point without more information.

@williamwilson9283 Ай бұрын

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@roxanneberzas9062 2 жыл бұрын

Can. You help me

@woodslawyers 2 жыл бұрын

We would be happy to discuss your claim to see if we can help. You can call us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free consultation at this link: www.woodslawyers.com/contact/

@romanticjade9026 3 жыл бұрын

maam i dont have the schedule and date of his check up of my husband is taht needed

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, Marysil. I am not sure what you mean by a schedule and date of check up. In this video we discuss needing proof of marriage. You can visit our webpage for more information on DIC benefits here: www.woodslawyers.com/veterans-disability-lawyers/dic-veteran-widow-benefits-attorney/

@romanticjade9026 3 жыл бұрын

maam what is exact time i can call you

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

Our core hours of business are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central time Monday through Friday. However, if you call outside of those hours, someone will be available to assist you.

@romanticjade9026 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much maam for replying me

@SharonWattigney 4 ай бұрын

@@romanticjade9026 Hello I'm from Philippines also and My husband is from us ,he died January 20 2024 for coronary artery he has 100% service connected from VA ,,

@schanazdubrule613 Жыл бұрын

8 needed healp me

@woodslawyers Жыл бұрын

We would be happy to discuss your case with you to see if we can help. You can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free case evaluation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact?.com&CommentShare

@mercuryvanvianen2084 3 жыл бұрын

I would like to know if I am qualify. Thank u.

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mercury. We'd be happy to discuss your claim with you to see if we can help. You can reach us at 800-544-2108 or request a free consultation at www.woodslawyers.com/contact

@karensamillano6925 Жыл бұрын

Hello how to reach you by email atty?

@woodslawyers Жыл бұрын

You can reach us at 800-544-2108, or you can request a free consultation here: www.woodslawyers.com/contact?.com&CommentShare

@anjelicafragoso9911 3 жыл бұрын

What is my third time appealing and I was denied again this is kind of crazy we don't give a crap

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe there's something we can do to help. I see we've spoken with you before, but it seems we lost contact. If you're interested, please give us a call at 800-544-2108 or sign up for an appointment at www.woodslawyers.com/contact

@romanticjade9026 3 жыл бұрын

maam we been married for almost 2 years when he died

@vanessapyle4970 2 жыл бұрын

I was denied twice because the 10 year rule which is ridiculous. He died from in a motorcycle accident but was 100 percent total permanent but it had only been 6 1/2 years with that rating. My income from my job isn’t enough to make ends meet and I lost his income. I think it’s very unfair for survivors to be treated this way. My husband served our country and was injured due to someone else’s actions and yet he had to fight to get his disability even with his back injury causing him to be able to walk at times and then 2 years later finding gauze coming out of the area they operated on while he was still in. It’s sick how they treat our veterans and surviving spouses. But I guess since they don’t have to worry about finances and mourn the loss of their loved one they don’t care. They are rude when you call like you are bothering them. I have nothing good to say about the VA. They are worthless.

@woodslawyers 2 жыл бұрын

So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. It really is not fair for survivors.

@deecee901 Жыл бұрын

Im sorry to read this.

@makeitso4793 6 ай бұрын

YES, THEY SHOULD BE ASHAMED!

@minnietorres8570 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I was denied SS spousal benefits because I was only married 3 mts before he passaway but we had a relationship for more then 20 yrs .he was my high school sweetheart .he collapse and was a diagnose with salvary gland cancer on Dec 2020 he was a trucker .and passaway on Nov 3 2021 he last wish for us to married so we did .but was even denied his funeral benefit .and was told that I don't qualify for anything.I am permrntly disable n recieved SSI .have COPD and Lupus and GBS.he serve 71/2 yrs in the army I have call several VSO and organizations who have only refered me to other person's it's been 6 mts of heartaches.I ve been seeing your videos n would like your opinion.thank you 🙏💗

@woodslawyers 2 жыл бұрын

That's a great question, Minnie. Does the state you live in recognize common law marriages?

@minnietorres8570 2 жыл бұрын

@@woodslawyers no

@minnietorres8570 2 жыл бұрын

I live in New Jersey and no this state is not a common law state.

@woodslawyers 2 жыл бұрын

In that case, your marriage would need to fit these definitions to receive benefits for your spouse: For VA benefits - www.ecfr.gov/current/title-38/chapter-I/part-3/subpart-A/subject-group-ECFR2f2f66751230c72/section-3.52 For SSA benefits - www.ecfr.gov/current/title-20/chapter-III/part-404/subpart-D/subject-group-ECFR219bf3e41a78e9f

@minnietorres8570 2 жыл бұрын

I am sorry but I don't understand your video clearly talks about it doesn't matter if my state it doesn't accept common law marriage a spouse still can qualified I can prove that we were in relationship for over 20 yrs .I was advise by a VSO to get an attorney .

@romanticjade9026 3 жыл бұрын

i would like to know if am qualify i never been married to other man

@woodslawyers 3 жыл бұрын

If you meet the requirements on this page, you are eligible to apply: www.woodslawyers.com/dic-benefits-for-widows/

@romanticjade9026 3 жыл бұрын

thank you hope you can help me

@romanticjade9026 3 жыл бұрын

your site that you give me i cant open it