Veteran Benefits for Same Sex Marriage Partners

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recognizes all same-sex marriages without regard to a Veteran’s state of residence.

There are a variety of benefits and services dependent up a Veteran’s marital status including benefits for a ‘surviving spouse.’  The VA is encouraging all Veterans in same-sex marriages who believe they are entitled to benefits but were previously denied, based on a ground related to their marriage, to apply for benefits. If you have questions to fill out a form, call 1-800-827-1000. For more information, visit their page.