Free Veteran Benefits Counseling
Free claims assistance, VA application preparation, and benefits counseling from ADVS Veteran Benefits Counselors.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Other Benefits — Arizona
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses, Survivors, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Arizona
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Free Veteran Benefits Counseling?
Free Veteran Benefits Counseling is a Arizona other benefits benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors, dependents. Free claims assistance, VA application preparation, and benefits counseling from ADVS Veteran Benefits Counselors.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Arizona residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
All veterans, retired service members, and their families.
What Free Veteran Benefits Counseling covers
Covers
VA compensation/pension application preparation and submission, appeals of VA decisions, representation at VA hearings, survivor's benefits filing, military records requests, DD-214 certification, and referrals to other agencies.
How to apply for Free Veteran Benefits Counseling
How to apply
Schedule at the ADVS VBC Portal or call (602) 535-1215. VBCs operate remotely statewide and in-person at state veteran homes.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: dvs.az.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
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