West Virginia veteran benefits by rating
A rating alone does not establish eligibility. Programs have their own residency, income, service and application rules. Check the linked official source before applying.
Benefits and eligibility
| Rating or basis | Benefit | Summary and conditions | Official source and checked date |
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| 90 to 100 percent; permanent and total | Property tax | West Virginia homeowners rated 90 to 100 percent permanent and total may qualify for the Disabled Veteran Real Property Tax Credit. The credit covers the actual tax paid. Check the official source for application and eligibility conditions not covered here. The credit is claimed on a state income tax return with form DV-1. Unconfirmed details
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| 100 percent; permanent and total | Hunting and fishing | West Virginia resident veterans rated 100 percent permanent and total may qualify for free hunting, trapping, and fishing licenses. Check the official source for application and eligibility conditions not covered here. Unconfirmed details
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| 100 percent; permanent and total | Vehicle | West Virginia offers disabled veteran plates to qualifying veterans with a 100 percent permanent and total service-connected disability. Check the official source for application and eligibility conditions not covered here. Unconfirmed details
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Source gaps
- State parks: West Virginia state parks: The veterans overview describes a general veteran park discount rather than a disability-specific rule. Sources tried: veterans.wv.gov (opens in a new tab).
- Dependent tuition: West Virginia dependent tuition: The state War Orphan program is described for surviving spouses and children; disability-based DEA is listed as a federal benefit, not a state dependent waiver. Sources tried: veterans.wv.gov (opens in a new tab).
State veterans homes
West Virginia state veterans homes: The reviewed overview did not provide a captured home operation statement or verified current count. Sources tried: veterans.wv.gov (opens in a new tab).
State veterans agency
West Virginia Department of Veterans Assistance serves veterans in West Virginia.
For paid help after a denied claim, see VA-accredited attorneys and claims agents in West Virginia.
Get ready for your appointment
A VSO representative can file your claim and represent you at no cost. You still gather the evidence, and arriving organized helps you get more from the appointment.
What to bring
- Your DD-214 or other discharge papers
- Any VA decision letters you have received
- Medical records you want to discuss, from VA or private doctors
- A short list of your conditions and your questions
Ask the office what else it needs. Contact the office even if you are unsure which documents you need.
Starting a new claim? Ask about an intent to file
An intent to file (VA Form 21-0966) can hold your potential start date for benefits for up to one year while you gather evidence. Ask the office to submit one at your first contact if you have not filed one already. Check your intent to file deadline with the free calculator.
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