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How to apply for Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs Claims Assistance (Free VA Claims Help)
Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs (FDVA), with County Veteran Service Officers
Who it's for
Florida law directs the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs to help veterans, their spouses, and their dependents prepare and file claims for VA benefits — disability compensation, pension, Aid and Attendance, survivor benefits — at no charge. FDVA claims examiners work alongside County Veteran Service Officers available in counties across the state. Getting the VA rating right matters twice in Florida: the rating drives federal compensation AND unlocks state benefits like the disabled-veteran property tax exemptions and free licenses. No one needs to pay a private company to file a VA claim.
Claims assistance is free by law — FDVA claims examiners and County Veteran Service Officers prepare initial claims and appeals at no charge to the claimant. County veteran service offices are the usual first stop; find the local office through the county government or the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs.
What you'll need
- DD-214 or other military discharge paperwork
- Any existing VA correspondence or award letters
- Medical records related to the claim
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
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Find my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.