Get Va 21-601 2014-2026

The VA Form 21-601 is used to apply for accrued benefits that were due to a deceased beneficiary before their passing. This guide provides a clear, step-by-step approach to filling out the form online, ensuring that you have all the necessary information and feel confident in the process.

Follow the steps to complete your VA Form 21-601 online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the online editor.
2. Begin by entering the veteran's name in Section I. Include their first, middle, and last names as required.
3. Provide the veteran's Social Security number and VA file number in the respective fields.
4. List the deceased beneficiary's name if different from the veteran, and complete the date of death section.
5. In Section I, enter your name, address, and contact information, including both daytime and evening telephone numbers.
6. Describe your relationship to the deceased beneficiary in the corresponding field.
7. Move to Section II and identify the deceased beneficiary's surviving relatives by checking the appropriate boxes and listing their details.
8. In Section III, detail any expenses incurred due to the last sickness and burial. Include the name of the person or firm, nature of expense, and amounts.
9. If applicable, indicate whether you have been reimbursed for any expenses and whether the beneficiary had any other debts.
10. In Section IV, if there are unpaid expenses, complete the waiver of reimbursement by providing required signatures from creditors.
11. Finally, in Section V, sign and date the application. If you sign with an 'X,' ensure to have two witnesses as detailed.
12. Review all sections for accuracy, then save your changes and download or print the completed form for submission.

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