Can veterans living in the Philippines get VA disability compensation?
Last verified August 1, 2026 · Reviewed by Esteban Magallon, VA-Accredited Claims Agent
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- The Manila Regional Office handles claims, appeals correspondence, and examination scheduling for the region.
- Compensation is paid in US dollars; direct deposit to a Philippine bank account is available.
- Certain Philippine service categories (for example, some Commonwealth Army and recognized guerrilla service) are compensated at a different statutory rate — this differs from ordinary US veteran compensation.
- Appeal deadlines and evidence rules are identical to those for veterans living in the United States.
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