The VA Survivors Pension benefit in 2025 is $11,380 per year for a surviving spouse with no dependents. This is equivalent to $948 per month. The benefit increases to $14,893 per year for a surviving spouse with one dependent child, which is $1,241 per month.
Eligibility
- To be eligible for the VA Survivors Pension, a surviving spouse’s yearly family income and net worth must meet certain limits set by Congress.
- A child of a deceased Veteran may also be eligible if they are unmarried and meet certain requirements.
Additional benefits
- The Aid & Attendance (A&A) Pension is a monetary add-on to the Basic Survivors Pension.
- The A&A Pension amount depends on the number of dependents and whether the surviving spouse is housebound.
- Medical expenses may be deducted from the MAPR amount, but only if they exceed 5% of the MAPR amount.
- Wages of a dependent child who works may be excluded up to $15,000.
For detailed and up-to-date information on the VA Survivors Pension benefit rates for 2025, please visit the official VA page:
This resource provides comprehensive information on eligibility criteria, benefit amounts, and additional benefits such as the Aid & Attendance Pension.
