Title:Simpler VA travel claims right from your phone
Author:VA Careers
Date:September 2025
Source:U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs © 2025, Reprinted with permission
Volume:Volume 3 Issue 224
Eligible Veterans can now submit mileage-only travel reimbursement claims through the VA Health and Benefits mobile app. This new feature saves time, reduces paperwork, and makes it easier to access your benefits with just a few taps on your mobile device. Read the official press release about this feature.
What this means for you
- Submit mileage-only travel reimbursement claims for VA-approved health care appointments using the VA Health and benefits mobile app.
- Access a travel claim option on the app's home screen after an eligible appointment.
- Review and submit your claim directly in the app.
- Track the status of your claim without completing or mailing paper forms.
How to submit your travel claim
Watch a short video to see how easy it is to submit your travel claim, and then get started today by downloading or updating the VA Health and Benefits app.
