Add or remove dependents
Reports qualifying changes to a spouse, child, or other dependent for VA benefits.
Dependent parent statement
Statement of Dependency of Parent(s)
Provides income, support, and household information for a claimed dependent parent.
Purpose and use
Use when claiming one or both parents as dependents and VA requests dependency information.
When not to use it
Do not use this form for a different benefit or review path unless current VA instructions identify it for that purpose.
Who completes and signs it?
- Completed by
- veteran or claimant
- Signed by
- veteran or claimant
- Availability
- official pdf
- Submission
- follow current form instructions
Always start with the official page
Open the current VA version.
Check the revision, instructions, signature requirements, and delivery options immediately before use.
Read before use
Important limitations
- Verify the current revision and submission instructions on the official VA page before signing or sending the form.
- This planner identifies forms that may fit a situation; it does not determine eligibility or filing strategy.
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