Official VA Form

VA Form 21-8940

Veteran's Application for Increased Compensation Based on Unemployability

VA Form 21-8940 — Veteran's Application for Increased Compensation Based on Unemployability is an official U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs form used for disability. The current version was last revised 2021-06-19. It is 4 pages long. Download the up-to-date PDF below — BaseNeed syncs form data directly from VA.gov so you always get the current edition.

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Last revised: 2021-06-19
First issued: 2022-11-16
Pages: 4
Administered by: VBA

Disability

Frequently asked questions

What is VA Form 21-8940 used for?

Veteran's Application for Increased Compensation Based on Unemployability. It is an official VA form in the Disability category, administered by VBA.

Where can I download the current VA Form 21-8940?

Download the official PDF from VA.gov here: https://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/VBA-21-8940-ARE.pdf (last revised 2021-06-19).

How long is VA Form 21-8940?

VA Form 21-8940 is 4 pages long, last revised 2021-06-19.

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