How Do You Register On E-Benefits?

[Barbamatt]

I easily found the web site. I tried to register and it would not let me. It said something to the affect that I had to verify at my VARO first...and it said to fill out a form, but did not have a link to print out that form.

Then there was another screen that I got trapped in a endless loop asking me use my CAC card. I haven't had one of those since I got out of the Navy. Most veterans won't have one unless the work for DoD or VA. Maybe a retiree might?

What is the form I need to verify with?

Where do I get the form?

Will I need a CAC card? or can't I use a password/pin?

I want to check the status of my claim (for rate increase) and was prompted to the web site when I called the 1-800 number for the VA.

I also want to know where to check and see how much of my separation pay was being off set and when it would be paid in full. I know that you don't get any money until the separation pay is recouped...but how can you check and see how much is left? Would I be able to look that up on E-Benefits?

I hope my question is not too complicated. Sometimes when I explain things I make less since of myself. Thanks for being patient with me.

[j92mike]

I have not been able to register online either. Call the 1800 # since you are already getting disability benefits you can register over the phone with two forms of id and you will need to know what your disability payment is.

[carlie]

If at all possible, I suggest going to your VARO and doing

an in-person authentication.

Next in about 7-10 days you will get a letter in the mail with

a temporary password.

Follow the instructions and wa-la.

I just did this to help a buddy out.

Don't count on up to date info.

If you already receive some SC comp - your payment history

MIGHT

show recoupement of separation pay

OR

you can also ask your VARO to have finance send you an up to date audit.

JMHO