Summary
Disabled veterans in the U.S. will receive their November VA benefits on December 1, 2025, due to the last day of November falling on a weekend. Despite a government shutdown, the Department of Veterans Affairs confirmed that benefit payments will still go out as scheduled. Veterans receive compensation based on their disability rating and number of dependents.
Key Facts
- Veterans' November benefits will be paid on December 1, 2025, as November 30 is a weekend.
- Approximately 6.5 million veterans receive tax-free disability compensation from the VA.
- Payments continue despite a government shutdown that began on October 1.
- Disability payments vary based on a veteran’s disability rating and dependents.
- Ratings are given in 10 percent increments, affecting payment amounts.
- Conditions that qualify for VA disability include physical and mental health issues linked to military service.
- The maximum base benefit is $4,544.23 per month for a veteran rated at 100 percent with a spouse, child, and two dependent parents.
