Get Va 21-534 2009

Completing the VA Form 21-534 can be a crucial step for surviving spouses or children seeking benefits from the Veterans Administration. This guide will provide you with a clear and structured approach to filling out this form online, ensuring that you understand each component.

Follow the steps to successfully complete the VA Form 21-534 online.

1. Use the ‘Get Form’ button to access the VA 21-534 document and open it in the online editor.
2. Begin by completing Section I, which asks about previous claims made by the veteran and any claims the surviving spouse or child has filed. Ensure you provide the VA file number where needed.
3. In Section II, provide detailed information about the veteran, including their name, Social Security number, dates of birth and death, and whether they served under another name.
4. Section III requires details about the veteran's active duty service. Complete all applicable fields, ensuring you enter the correct dates and service details.
5. Section IV focuses on marital history. Complete this section if you are the surviving spouse, detailing the veteran's marriages and your relationship to them.
6. In Section V, provide information about any unmarried children of the veteran, ensuring you include all necessary identification for each child.
7. Section VI asks if you are claiming aid and attendance or housebound benefits. Answer accordingly and include any necessary documentation.
8. In Section VII, report your net worth and that of your dependents, ensuring honesty in your disclosures, as this will affect the pension eligibility.
9. Section VIII requires you to detail the income of both you and any dependents. List all sources of income accurately.
10. Section IX asks for any unreimbursed medical, last illness, burial, or other expenses incurred. Provide detailed information as required.
11. Section X is for your direct deposit information. Provide your bank account details or indicate if you prefer to receive paper checks.
12. Finally, in Section XI and XII, read the certification statement, sign, and date the application. If necessary, ensure witnesses also sign.
13. Once completed, save your changes, download a copy for your records, and follow the instructions for submission.

Start filling out your VA Form 21-534 online today to secure the benefits you are entitled to.