Accuracy is $$: Why Checking Your VA Dependents is CRITICAL & How to File

Did you know an inaccurate dependent count with the VA could mean you're missing out on hundreds of dollars every month? If you have a VA disability rating of 30% or higher, ensuring your spouse and children are correctly listed is the only way to get the maximum compensation you've earned.

In this video, we provide the essential, step-by-step roadmap for successfully adding your dependents to your VA benefits. We cover everything you need—from the exact forms to download to the critical documents that prevent claims delays.

Forms & Documents Mentioned:
VA Form 21-686c: Application Request to Add and/or Remove Dependents (The main form)
https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21-686c/

VA Form 21-674: Request for Approval of School Attendance (For children 18-23 attending school)
https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21-674/

VA Form 21P-509: Statement of Dependency of Parent(s)
https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-21p-509/

Other critical documents: Marriage Certificate, Birth Certificates, Divorce Decrees, etc.

VA Pay Rates for 2026: https://vadisabilitygroup.com/2026-va-disability-rates/

100% Benefits Information: https://vadisabilitygroup.com/national-benefits-for-100-percent-disabled-veterans/

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Timestamps:
00:00 Start
00:16 Reasons to Make Sure Dependency is Accurate with the VA
01:52 Who Qualifies as a Dependent with the VA
02:55 How to Apply or Update Dependents with the VA
03:39 Documents Needed to Apply Overview
05:07 VA Form 21-686c How to Guide
07:43 VA Form 21-674 How to Guide
08:56 VA Form 21P-509 How to Guide