Can a person receive VA disability and Social Security disability?
Aria Murphy 
En español | Yes, military veterans who become disabled during their service can collect disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability compensation at the same time.
How do I qualify for Social Security disability and VA benefits?
You may qualify to receive both VA disability benefits and Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) together. If you believe you are eligible for VA benefits you must provide evidence that shows your disability is due to your time serving in the military.
Is Social Security considered countable income for VA benefits?
Social Security Benefits If you receive Social Security retirement benefits or Social Security Disability benefits, the Department of Veterans Affairs considers your benefits to be part of your countable income when determining your eligibility to receive VA Pension benefits.
What is considered income for VA benefits?
Annual Income Limits – Health Benefits
| Based on Income Year 2018 | ||
| Veteran with: | VA National Income Threshold | VA Housebound Threshold |
|---|---|---|
| 0 dependents | $33,632 or less | $16,540 |
| 1 dependents | $40,359 or less | $20,731 |
| 2 dependents | $42,672 or less | $23,044 |
Do you get SSI if you have VA disability?
Veterans who receive a partial VA disability rating and limited VA benefits, may also receive SSA benefits. For cash benefits, the receipt of VA benefits will affect SSI and SSDI differently. SSI Since SSI is a needs-based program, additional income from VA benefits will affect the cash benefit amount.
Can a veteran draw both social security and VA benefits?
Veterans may be permitted to draw both VA and SSA benefits, but depending on the SSA program you enroll in, you may or may not have your Social Security benefit amount reduced dollar-for-dollar by the amount of your VA disability pay (subject to a small exemption).
How does VA disability pay affect SSA pay?
Such caps mean that if you draw VA disability pay but not military retirement pay, you may qualify for SSI. However, the Social Security Administration official site advises veterans that those approved for a VA pension “will not qualify to receive SSI because the pension amount is higher than the SSI payment amount,” exceeding the income cap.
Are there income limits for SSI for veterans?
SSI is considered a “need-based” benefit and applicants may be subject to monthly income caps to qualify. Applicants who exceed the monthly income caps will not qualify–INCLUDING monthly income that is exceeded due to disability payments to you by the VA.
