30%
Official criteria
Dizziness and occasional staggeringPlain-language summary
Both dizziness and occasional staggering are present.
Peripheral vestibular disorders
VA evaluates peripheral vestibular disorders by qualifying dizziness and staggering, with objective findings required for a compensable evaluation.
Auditoryvestibular disequilibriumdizziness
Official schedule
Percentage levels and criteria
Plain-language summaries explain the text; they do not decide whether any level applies.
10%
Official criteria
Occasional dizzinessPlain-language summary
Occasional dizziness is present.
Source record
Open official eCFR source38 CFR § 4.87—Schedule of ratings, ear
38 CFR § 4.87, DC 6204 · Effective Jun 10, 1999 · Reviewed Jul 24, 2026