Learn more about accessing VR&E services through the Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES)

You’re waiting to be discharged because of a severe illness or injury that occurred while you were on active duty.

You have a 20% or higher pre-discharge disability rating (memorandum rating) and will soon leave the military, or.

You may be eligible for VR&E benefits and services if you’re a service member and you meet at least one of these requirements. If I’m still on active duty, am I eligible for Veteran Readiness and Employment? There’s no time limit on your eligibility. If you were discharged from active duty on or after January 1, 2013, the 12-year basic period of eligibility doesn’t apply to you. Having an SEH means your service-connected disability significantly limits your ability to prepare for, obtain, and maintain suitable employment (a job that doesn’t make your disability worse is stable and matches your abilities, aptitudes, and interests). The basic period of eligibility may be extended if a VRC finds that you have a serious employment handicap (SEH).

The date you received your first VA service-connected disability rating.

The date you received notice of your date of separation from active duty, or.

If you were discharged from active duty before January 1, 2013, your basic period of eligibility ends 12 years from one of these dates, whichever comes later: The VRC will determine if you’re entitled to receive VR&E benefits and services. When we receive your VR&E application, we’ll schedule your initial evaluation with a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC).

You have a service-connected disability rating of at least 10% from VA.You didn’t receive a dishonorable discharge, and.You’re eligible to apply for VR&E benefits and services if you meet both of these requirements:

If I’m a Veteran, am I eligible for Veteran Readiness and Employment?

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