Special Benefits for Certain World War II Veterans
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
To pay a special benefit to certain World War II veterans, who are eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and meet other specified criteria for each month that they reside outside of the United States.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Individuals / families
Age 65 or older on December 14, 1999; World War II veteran (including Filipino World War II veterans of organized guerrilla forces under U.S. auspices); eligible for SSI benefits for December 1999 and the month the SVB application was filed; and, have other benefit income less than 75 percent of the SSI federal benefit rate. For 2023, 75 percent of the SSI federal benefit rate is $685.50.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
An application may be filed at any local Social Security office, the U.S. Embassy, 1201 Roxas Boulevard, Ermita 0930, Manila, and U.S. Embassies and consulates worldwide
Award Procedure
The applicant (and representative payee, if any) will be notified by mail of award or denial.
Decision Timeline
- Appeal: From 30 to 60 days
Program details & compliance
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Monthly cash benefits are paid to certain World War II veterans who meet the qualification criteria prescribed in the law for each month they reside outside the United States on the first day of that month. There are no restrictions on the use of benefits, although the right to future benefits is not transferable or assignable.
Required Documentation
Proof of age, military service, the receipt and amount of benefit income, and foreign residence are required. Application and Award Process