Virginia Veteran Benefits
State-level benefits Virginia gives its veterans, retirees, and military families. Federal benefits aren't listed here — see Browse by Category for the federal side.
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Virginia 100% Disabled Veteran Real Property Tax Exemption
Veterans with a 100% permanent and total service-connected disability rating are fully exempt from paying real estate taxes on their primary residence, including up to one acre of land.Veteran
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First $15,000 of Active Duty Military Basic Pay
Active duty military members serving more than 90 consecutive days can subtract up to $15,000 of their basic pay from Virginia state income taxes.Active DutyVeteran
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Military Retirement Pay State Income Tax Subtraction
Virginia veterans can subtract up to $40,000 of military retirement income from their state taxable income starting in tax year 2025 (up from $30,000 in 2024).VeteranActive DutyRetiree
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Virginia Legal Services Clinics
The Virginia Attorney General's office sponsors free legal services clinics specifically for veterans and military families, covering issues like benefits claims, employment…free
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Veteran Service Organizations
Nonprofit veteran service organizations (VSOs) exempt under federal tax code section 501(c)(19), such as the VFW, American Legion, and DAV, qualify for a Virginia sales and use…Veteran
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VA Aid & Attendance
Tax-free monthly stipend on top of VA pension for veterans (or surviving spouses) who need help with daily living. Substantial, often $2K+/month.free
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VA Burial Allowance
Tax-free monetary benefit covering portion of burial + funeral costs for eligible veterans. Higher rate for service-connected death.free
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Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemptions
Five states offer complete property tax elimination on a veteran's primary residence for 100% service-connected P&T (permanent and total) or TDIU ratings: Texas (full homestead…VeteranActive DutyRetiree
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Disabled Veteran Special License Plates
Veterans who are blind, have lost or lost use of a limb, or are permanently and totally disabled as certified by the VA are entitled to one free set of Disabled Veteran specialty license plates.free
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Veteran Armed Forces Specialty License Plates
Honorably discharged veterans can order Virginia Veteran Armed Forces specialty license plates for a $10 annual fee (in addition to standard registration).Veteran
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State Veterans Cemeteries
Virginia operates three state veterans cemeteries (Amelia, Suffolk, and Dublin) offering free burial services.free
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