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Information related to the Armed Forces Pension Schemes.
Use these forms when claiming an Armed Forces Pension. The life and personal accident insurance form is to be completed in accordance with 2021DIN01-62.
A compensation scheme for UK serving and former service personnel injured as a result of their service in His Majesty's Armed Forces.
Information on how to contact Veterans UK and their services.
A compensation scheme for veterans for any injury or illness which has been caused by or made worse by their service in His Majesty's Armed Forces.
Make a claim under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme or War Pension Scheme.
Information and guidance on how to apply for the War Pensioners' Mobility Supplement (WPMS).
Welcome to the service leavers' guide information page.
War pension scheme payments increase from April 2025. The new rates are in the attached document.
Instructions on what to do on the death of a member currently in receipt or non-receipt of an armed forces pension.
The AFCS and SPO legislation page provides access to historic and current consolidated versions of the legislation in force.
Information about the additional allowance for service personnel and veterans who have been seriously injured as a result of service on or after 6 April 2005.
How to report a change in circumstances during or after making a claim for compensation or a pension.
The Veterans Welfare Service (VWS) provides a professional help and advice service to veterans or anyone supporting a veteran, their families and dependants.
Information and guidance on how to apply for War Pension supplementary and additional allowances.
Civilian housing options; information for service personnel and their dependants.
Find out about future services and what current appeals are ongoing.
Information and guidance on how to apply for a review of a War Pension assessment.
What you need to do if you think our decision is wrong.
Information and guidance on the types of reviews available for your Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) award and when you can apply.
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