Disability compensationVA Form 21-686c
Declaration of Status of Dependents
Add or remove dependents (spouse, children) to update your VA compensation or pension award.
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Our on-site copy came from VA.gov on April 21, 2026. We check for updates monthly.
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This form asks for:
- Your name and date of birth
- Your Social Security number, and your VA file number if you have one
- Your mailing address
- Your spouse's information and marriage details
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