Q. How do I contact a UK veteran?
Veterans UK helpline – 0808 1914 2 18. Our helpline staff offers specific advice on War Disablement Pension and Armed Forces Compensation Scheme claims.
Q. What are UK veterans entitled to?
Veterans UK delivers the Armed Forces Pension Schemes (AFPS), War Pension Scheme (WPS) and Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS), making payments to those injured or disabled due to service in the Armed Forces, and to the widows, widowers and civil partners of those who die as a result of service in the Armed Forces.
Q. What are veterans called in the UK?
Ex-service
Britain. Ex-service is British terminology for veterans, which refers to those who have served in the British Empire or Commonwealth Armed Forces.
Q. How do you get in touch with veterans?
- Get answers. Resources and support. Call us. 800-698-2411. Visit a medical center or regional office. Find a VA location.
- News releases.
- Language assistance. Español.
Q. How do I contact a veteran?
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Website: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
- Contact: Contact the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Local Offices: Find Facilities and Services Near You.
- Toll Free: 1-800-827-1000.
- TTY: 1-800-829-4833.
- Forms: Department of Veterans Affairs Forms.
Q. Do veterans get free dental care UK?
Rationale: While veterans are entitled to priority NHS care for conditions related to their service, the provision does not extend to routine dental care needs. Under usual circumstances, veterans wishing to re-establish access to routine dental care would need to either join an NHS waiting list or attend privately.
Q. Can veterans get free passports?
This type of passport is issued to military and other government personnel who are traveling abroad on government orders. As you may have guessed, the government provides it free of charge. To get your no-fee passport, contact your Installation Travel Office.
Q. How long must you serve to be considered a veteran?
Served 181 continuous days of active service during peacetime.
Q. Where can I talk to a veteran?
They need someone to talk to, someone who understands, someone they can trust. When they call our Lifeline for Vets™ – 888-777-4443 – they reach another veteran of America’s armed forces.
Q. How do I log into my VA email?
Veterans Affairs – How do I sign into VA.gov using DS Logon or MyHealtheVet?
- To log into Veterans Affairs using your existing DS Logon or My HealtheVet account, visit VA.gov and click the Sign in button.
- Your screen will look like this.
- Enter your existing DS Logon or My HealtheVet credentials to continue.
Q. Where can I shop for a veterans exchange?
Approved Veterans can shop the online exchanges, including ShopMyExchange.com! Shopping with the Exchange online gives you access to exclusive military pricing and offers, tax-free shopping and more.
Q. Is there a veterans helpline in the UK?
Please note there are changes to our services in response to Coronavirus (COVID-19). Please see Coronavirus – Changes to Veterans UK Services. The Ministry of Defence’s Veterans UK helpline provides assistance on many issues including benefits, housing and welfare. Email: [email protected] Normal Service 8.00 am to 4.00 pm Monday to Friday
Q. What does Veterans UK do for the military?
What Veterans UK does. Veterans UK administers the armed forces pension schemes and compensation payments for those injured or bereaved through service. Veterans UK is part of the Ministry of Defence.
Q. Where can I get support for a veteran?
Please email us for enquiries outside these times. The Army Operational Legacy Branch within the Army Personnel Services Group is the Army’s lead for support and advice to Veterans on matters relating to legacy operations.
