Official VA Form

VA Form 22-5281

Application for Refund of Educational Contributions (VEAP, Chapter 32, Title 38, U.S.C.)

VA Form 22-5281 — Application for Refund of Educational Contributions (VEAP, Chapter 32, Title 38, U.S.C.) is an official U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs form used for education and training. The current version was last revised 2023-09-20. It is 2 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: 2023-09-20
First issued: 2023-09-19
Pages: 2
Administered by: VBA

Education and training

Frequently asked questions

What is VA Form 22-5281 used for?

Application for Refund of Educational Contributions (VEAP, Chapter 32, Title 38, U.S.C.). It is an official VA form in the Education and training category, administered by VBA.

Where can I download the current VA Form 22-5281?

Download the official PDF from VA.gov here: https://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/VBA-22-5281-ARE.pdf (last revised 2023-09-20).

How long is VA Form 22-5281?

VA Form 22-5281 is 2 pages long, last revised 2023-09-20.

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