Apply for Armed Forces Compensation or a War Pension

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November 07, 2022 00:00

For more about the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme or War Pension Scheme see our guidance.

You do not need to know which compensation scheme applies to you before making a claim.

A guidance video is available on YouTube which provides helpful information you might need if claiming for compensation under either the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) or the War Pension Scheme (WPS).

you may be able to get a payment if you have an injury, illness or medical disorder caused or made worse by UK armed forces service

claims can be made for both physical and mental health conditions

if you want to claim for a condition related to exposure to asbestos, read the guidance on GOV.UK first

only use this service to make a claim. If you want to ask for a review or appeal a previous decision, contact Veterans UK

if you want to claim for bereavement or dependant’s benefits, do not use this service. See our guidance on GOV.UK

an email address if you want to claim online. If you do not have one, you should make a claim by post. Details of how to do this can be found further down this page

details of anyone helping you make a claim, for example a charity or welfare adviser

your own details, including your national insurance number

your armed forces service, including dates you served, if you know them

the illness or injury you’re claiming for and why you think they are related to your armed forces service

your doctor’s details and, if you have them, details of any hospitals that have treated you for the medical conditions you’re claiming for

any other compensation or benefits you receive or have received for the conditions you’re claiming for

Gather any details or documents you need in advance - this will make it faster to answer the questions.

You do not need to get any new information you do not already have. Veterans UK cannot refund any costs involved if you do this.

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