VA Disability Compensation: Evidence Gathering

This video addresses gathering the required evidence to file your VA Disability claim. I encourage you to study the 38 CFR on disability claims and attempt to file a claim yourself prior to reaching out to a veteran service officer or hiring an attorney. How do I file a claim for compensation? You can file a claim in any of these 5 ways. Option 1: Online You can file a claim online now.  File for disability compensation online Option 2: By mail File your claim by mail using an Application for Disability Compensation and Related Compensation Benefits (VA Form 21-526EZ). Get VA Form 21-526EZ to download Print the form, fill it out, and send it to this address: Department of Veterans Affairs Claims Intake Center PO Box 4444 Janesville, WI 53547-4444 Option 3: In person Bring your application to a VA regional office near you. Find a VA regional office near you Option 4: By fax If you’re in the U.S., fax your application to 844-531-7818. If you’re outside the U.S., fax your application to 248-524-4260. Option 5: With the help of a trained professional You can work with an accredited attorney, claims agent, or Veterans Service Organization (VSO) representative to get help filing a claim for disability.