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Spouse & Family Benefits
Benefits available to spouses, dependents, and survivors of veterans.
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Quick reference
Current Monthly Rates
2026 DIC Monthly Rate — Surviving Spouse
Effective December 1, 2025Base monthly rate if the veteran died on or after January 1, 1993. Added amounts may apply for dependent children, a disability rating held 8+ years, or Aid and Attendance — see the source table for details.
| Category | Monthly Amount |
|---|---|
| Base DIC rate | $1,699.36 |
Source: VA.gov — Current DIC rates for spouses and dependents — figures change annually; always confirm the current rate on VA.gov before relying on it.
Common questions
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Spouses and dependents may be eligible for benefits such as additional compensation, CHAMPVA health coverage, or — for surviving spouses — Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC), depending on the situation.
DIC (Dependency and Indemnity Compensation) is a benefit that may be available to eligible survivors of a veteran whose death was related to service.
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