Despite the agency’s efforts to streamline things, there is still a lot of confusion about the VA eBenefits Login process (and the website itself). We’re gonna try to clear that up.
eBenefits-tutorial

What is eBenefits?

That’s an easy one: eBenefits is a Veterans Administration website you can use to access your VA records and use them for benefits. It also functions as a resource site, providing links to other sites dealing with Veteran information and Veteran benefits.

You can do many things from eBenefits website, including:

1. Apply for VA benefits online
2. Get your VA home loan eligibility certificate
3. Transfer your GI Bill benefits to a family member
4. Check out TRICARE information
5. Get a copy of your DD 214

…and many other things too.

 

First, take me to the eBenefits Tour. 

 

 

 

Click the blue links below to be taken to each answer. 

VA Benefits: Common Questions

Before we begin exploring eBenefits, let’s answer a couple of very common questions.

 

⊕ What are the VA disability rates for 2019? 

How much money will you get every month? (This is one of the most common questions asked!)

Note: those rates went into effect back in December 2018.

 

⊕ How do I download a VA Benefit Letter?

Sometimes veterans require a letter proving their status (such as for education or employment benefits).

⊕ How do you access VA life insurance online?

You’ll log in from the My VA site with your DS Logon, My HealtheVet sign-in, or ID.me account.

 

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eBenefits

Okay. Now we’ll press on.

 

1. 👉 Where is the eBenefits website?

Their website is at this url: www.ebenefits.va.gov/.

 

2. 👉 eBenefits VA Login

What’s my eBenefits Login?

To log in to eBenefits you must have what is called a DoD Self Service Logon, more commonly referred to as a DS Logon. If you’re already in DEERS then you’re eligible for a DS Logon.

If you have an account, log into eBenefits with your DS Logon.

If you do not yet have an account, then register for one on the eBenefits Gateway.

 

3. 👉 My eBenefits

This will vary depending on the question but can all be answered from your “dashboard.” The most common question seems to be:

How can I see my VA payment history❓

You can access that via eBenefits (or VA.gov, which will just transfer you to the same place). You will need Premium Access!

 

4. 👉 Is eBenefits down❓

If you are having trouble connecting online, this link will tell you if the website is down or if the problem is on your end. 

 

5. 👉 How can I add a dependent through eBenefits❓

Log into eBenefits and click Add Dependent on the left side of the page. Alternately you can click Add/Remove Dependent under the APPLY section of the eBenefits homepage.

There are two videos further below that will help you understand this process.

 

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Add a VA Dependent Pt. I:

 

Add a VA Dependent Pt II:

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The Full Tour

 

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We’ll add to this periodically. If you have any hints, tips, or helpful information, leave it in the comments below!