Sep 5, 2025 · Find out how to notify us of your intent to file a claim for VA disability, pension, or DIC benefits. You can start certain forms online to automatically notify us of your intent to file. Submitting …

May 16, 2025 · In this post, we’ll explain what an Intent to File (ITF) is, why it’s important for your VA claim, and where you can typically find your Intent to File date.

Jun 3, 2024 · If you are eligible for disability benefits through the VA, you can choose to speed up the process by submitting an intent to file for a Fully Developed Claim to receive compensation, pension …

A new intent to file process has been established for Veterans and Survivors who intend to file a claim for VA compensation, pension, or survivors’ benefits, but need additional time to gather all of the …

Learn how the VA Intent-to-File process works, how long it protects your backpay, and what to do to start your claim on time. Updated 2025 guide for veterans.

The Intent to File (ITF) locks in your date, and you may be entitled to receive retro pay from your decision date to the date you submitted your ITF. You can submit your ITF two ways:

Mar 31, 2022 · To notify the VA that you plan to make a claim for disability benefits within the next year, you must complete the VA’s “intent to file” process. In certain cases, you may not need to go through …

Mar 10, 2025 · VA Form 21-0966, also called an Intent to File, is a formal notification to the VA that a Veteran plans to submit a disability claim. This allows Veterans to preserve their effective date while …

Jul 12, 2024 · Use VA Form 21-0966 if you’re still gathering information to support your claim, and want to start the filing process. Submitting an intent to file can secure the earliest possible effective date …

Oct 10, 2024 · A VA Intent to File (ITF) is an official notification to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that you intend to file a claim for VA benefits. The ITF is critical because it locks in your effective …