Resources
Benefits you earned.
Where to claim them.
Federal VA benefits available to veterans in Puerto Rico, with direct links to official VA pages.
These benefits apply nationwide, including Puerto Rico. VA pages open in English. If you need help with any of these, book a free consultation with us.
Browse by category
What you may qualify for.
01 / Health
Health care.
- VA Caribbean Healthcare SystemThe VA health system serving Puerto Rico.
- Health benefits and enrollmentWhat VA health care covers and how to apply.
- Mental health care
- Travel reimbursementMileage and travel costs for VA appointments.
02 / Transport
Getting to care.
03 / Disability
Disability and pension.
- Disability compensation eligibilityService connected conditions and how to file.
- Veterans pensionBased on wartime service, income, age or disability.
- Aid and attendanceFor veterans who need daily help or are housebound.
04 / Education
Education and work.
- GI Bill and education benefits
- Education for survivors and dependentsChapter 35 benefits for spouses and children.
- Veteran readiness and employment
- Veteran owned small business
05 / Housing
Home and insurance.
- VA home loan guarantyPurchase, refinance and adapted housing grants.
- VA life insuranceSGLI, VGLI and other coverage.
06 / Family
Family and caregivers.
- Survivor and dependent benefits
- Caregiver support programResources and stipends for eligible caregivers.
- Respite careShort term relief for caregivers.
- Geriatrics and extended care
07 / Burial
Burial and memorial.
- Burials and memorialsNational cemeteries, headstones and burial allowances.
08 / PACT Act
Toxic exposure.
- The PACT Act and your benefitsExpanded care for burn pits, Agent Orange and other exposures.
09 / Service dogs
Service dogs.
- Service and guide dogsVA does not provide dogs, but covers veterinary care for prescribed service dogs.
- Eligibility and referralRequires VA health enrollment and a provider referral.
10 / Offices
Offices and ID cards.
- San Juan Regional OfficeClaims and benefits help for Puerto Rico.
- VA facilities in Puerto Rico
- DEERS and ID cards at Fort Buchanan
11 / Money
Retirement and taxes.
- Military retirement and survivor benefits
- Veteran tax exemptionsProperty and income exemptions, including Puerto Rico.
12 / Reading
Publications.
- Federal benefits handbookThe full annual guide, as a PDF.
- Benefits eligibility matrix
- Veterans living overseas
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