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VA Announces 2026 Disability Payment Schedule and COLA

10/26/2025

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Summary

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The VA Disability Payment Schedule for 2026 lists monthly compensation dates, typically paid on the first business day.
The initial 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of 2.8% will be paid on December 31, 2025.
Veterans should verify eligibility and stay updated through the official VA website.
The schedule specifies the exact payment dates for each month in 2026.
The VA has streamlined claims, enabling online or in-person filing.

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Story summary

The VA Disability Payment Schedule for 2026 lists monthly compensation dates, typically paid on the first business day.
The initial 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of 2.8% will be paid on December 31, 2025.
Veterans should verify eligibility and stay updated through the official VA website.
The schedule specifies the exact payment dates for each month in 2026.
The VA has streamlined claims, enabling online or in-person filing.