If you receive VA disability payments, you probably were happy to know that for 2023, you get a 8.7% raise in your benefits, but when will you get those monthly checks?
Disability payment benefits for a particular month are paid the first business day of the following month. When the first business day of the month falls on a non-business day or a holiday, VA benefits will be paid on the last business day of the preceding month.
And just when are those payment dates for 2023? Luckily, we have the VA disability payment schedule right here to help you plan your finances.
2023 VA Disability Payment Schedule
| Month | Payment Date | Day of Week |
|---|---|---|
| January | Feb. 1 | Wednesday |
| February | Mar. 1 | Wednesday |
| March | Mar. 31 | Friday |
| April | May 1 | Monday |
| May | June 1 | Thursday |
| June | June 30 | Friday |
| July | July 31 | Monday |
| August | Sep. 1 | Monday |
| September | Sep. 29 | Friday |
| October | Nov. 1 | Wednesday |
| November | Dec. 1 | Friday |
| December | Dec. 29 | Friday |
What are the monthly VA payment benefits?
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VA Disability Pay
VA disability pay or disability compensation is a tax-free monthly payment given to veterans with a service-related disability and an "other than dishonorable" discharge. Those veterans may qualify for a tax-free, monthly benefit ranging from $165 to over $3,600. Learn about applying for VA disability pay and benefits.
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Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) is a tax-free monthly benefit for some surviving family members of veterans. It is paid to the eligible survivors of a military member who died while on active duty, a veteran whose death was the result of a service-connected injury or disease or a veteran whose death wasn't related to their service but who was rated as permanently and totally disabled by the VA. Learn more about DIC payments.
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Veterans and Survivors Pension Compensation
The Veterans and Survivors Pension compensations are paid to eligible low income veterans or their surviving family members. Learn more about the veterans pension and the survivors pension.
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Special Monthly Compensation (SMC)
Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) is a tax-free monthly payment given in addition to VA disability pay to eligible veterans who suffered the loss of or loss of use of specific organs or extremities due to service. Read more about Special Monthly Compensation.
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Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits
Aid and Attendance and Housebound benefits are a tax-free benefit paid in addition to monthly VA disability to cover the cost of in-house care, nursing home care and assisted living. Read more about Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits.
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