What is the VA DIC payment amount for 2025? Rates for Dependency and Indemnity Compensation

VA DIC Payment Amount for 2025

The Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) is a tax-free benefit for the surviving spouse, child, or parent of a service member who died while on active duty or from a service-related injury or illness.

The monthly payment is designed to provide financial support to survivors of those who served their country. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has confirmed updated DIC rates for 2025.

The DIC program ensures that qualifying dependents, including spouses, children, and in some cases, parents, receive a consistent financial benefit in recognition of a veteran's service and sacrifice.

For 2025, the basic monthly DIC rate for a surviving spouse is $1653.06.

Rates can be worth up to $1653.06

Author's summary: VA DIC payment for 2025 is $1653.06.

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MARCA MARCA — 2025-10-31

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