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VA Benefit Debt Waiver
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Request for VA to forgive part or all of a benefit overpayment debt.
How to get help
Submit VA Form 5655 and a personal statement explaining why repayment should not be required. The statement may request an oral hearing. Use VA's online submission process or the Debt Management Center mailing route.
Who this service helps
A debtor who cannot repay the full balance even through smaller monthly payments may request a waiver. VA must receive the request within one year of the first debt letter; authorized representatives may apply for a Veteran.
Where this service is available
Service area: Nationwide; available to eligible residents of the listed West Texas counties.
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Source and verification
Source: Public-source listing
Cost / fees
No application fee. Approval may forgive all or part of the debt; an education-debt waiver may reduce remaining education entitlement.
About this service
A waiver asks VA to forgive all or part of debt tied to disability compensation, non-service-connected pension, or education benefits when the debtor cannot afford repayment.
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