Veterans to Receive Two VA Disability Payments in August 2025

VA Disability Benefit Quirk Results in Double Payment in August

Veterans who rely on monthly disability benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will see a modest financial boost in 2025, thanks to a 2.5% cost-of-living increase in their payments. While the raise may be small, there’s good news for those managing tight budgets: August 2025 will bring two VA disability payments instead of the usual one.

This quirk in scheduling is due to the way the VA disburses benefits. Typically, payments are issued on the first business day of the month for the prior month’s benefits. However, when that date falls on a weekend or federal holiday, the VA moves the payment up to the closest previous business day.

In August 2025, this scheduling shift results in two payments: one on Friday, August 1 (covering July benefits), and another on Friday, August 29 (covering August benefits, which would normally be paid on September 1, which is Labor Day). This early payment structure effectively gives veterans two checks in a single calendar month, which can be especially helpful for those on fixed incomes.

As always, it’s important for veterans and their families to review the schedule and be aware of changes due to weekends or holidays. You can see the full 2025 VA disability payment calendar here.

For those budgeting carefully, August’s double payment may offer an opportunity to catch up on bills or set aside a cushion for future months.

How Can I Increase My Monthly VA Payment Amount?

If you believe your VA disability rating is incorrect or inadequate, you can file a supplemental claim, Board appeal, or higher-level review. Consulting an experienced VA disability lawyer at Gang & Associates can help you determine the best option for your case.

Veterans who have been receiving a rating for a long time and experience a worsening of their condition can file a new claim for an increased rating. This is not an appeal but a new claim.

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