The claims process will now begin with a standard intent to file form, 21-0966, that allows veterans to provide the necessary introductory information and inform the VA of their intent to file for ...

Review your intent-to-file and any records submitted in support of a claim by logging in to va.gov with an existing Login.gov, ID.me, DS Logon or My HealtheVet account.

The VA wants as many potential beneficiaries as possible to file claims -- or formally declare their intent to do so -- by Aug. 9 in hopes of backdating their benefits all the way to the earliest ...

“If anyone has toxic exposure related conditions they should apply and submit an Intent to File prior to the deadline. If the conditions are granted as service connected for toxic exposure they ...

Again, submitting a claim or filling out the Intent to File form today can help ensure any future benefits you receive will be retroactive to August 2022, when the PACT act was signed into law.

VA extends PACT Act filing deadline after website glitches The Veterans Affairs Department is giving eligible veterans an extra week to announce their intention to submit claims under a law that ...

Veterans can also submit an intent to file form or call the VA at 800-827-1000 to notify the administration of a veteran's intent to file.

Veterans who are not ready to file a disability claim can simply submit an intent to file by calling the VA at 800-827-1000. For more information, go to va.gov/PACT.

PACT Act retroactive benefits: Why more veterans may be eligible for more money than they think File claim or ‘intent to file’ by Aug. 9 to receive retroactive benefits ...

The VA’s website encourages veterans to file by Aug. 9 to get back-dated benefits. “File your PACT Act claim by August 9 to be eligible for backdated benefits,” the website said.