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VA Disability Payment Dates: 2026 VA Pay Calendar
THE GIST
Wondering when your next VA disability check will hit your account? VA pays on the first business day of the month following each benefit month. When the 1st falls on a weekend or federal holiday, payment moves to the last business day before. The 2026 schedule below shows all 12 dates. The 2.8% COLA for 2026 took effect with the December 2025 payment (which arrived December 31, 2025).
VA Disability Pay Dates: 2026 Schedule
VA benefits are usually paid on the first business day of each month for the previous month. Here’s the full 2026 calendar:
| Payment Month | Deposit Date |
|---|---|
| January | Fri, Jan 30 |
| February | Fri, Feb 27 |
| March | Wed, Apr 1 |
| April | Fri, May 1 |
| May | Mon, Jun 1 |
| June | Wed, Jul 1 |
| July | Fri, Jul 31 |
| August | Tue, Sep 1 |
| September | Thu, Oct 1 |
| October | Fri, Oct 30 |
| November | Tue, Dec 1 |
| December | Thu, Dec 31 |
Per VA disability compensation rules at VA.gov, payments are made on the first business day of the month following the benefit month, with payments shifted to the previous business day when the 1st falls on a weekend or federal holiday.
Why Some VA Payments Arrive Early
If the first of the month lands on a weekend or federal holiday, the VA issues your payment on the last business day before.
In 2026, most payments land right on the 1st, but watch January and February, which pay out at the end of the prior month.
What to Watch For in Your Bank Account
VA payments will usually appear as:
“VACP TREAS 310”
This is short for Veterans Affairs Compensation & Pension via U.S. Treasury.
You can learn more here: What is VACP TREAS 310?
Tips to Avoid Payment Confusion
- Direct deposit is the fastest and most reliable option
- Set alerts with your bank for incoming government payments
- Double-check deposit amounts after COLA increases (like the 2.8% increase in 2026)
More VA Money & Claim Guides
- VA Back Pay: What You’re Owed and How It’s Paid
- How to Write a Buddy Letter for VA Disability
- SMC: Extra Benefits You Might Be Owed
This guide is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Payment dates are based on official VA disability compensation rules. For help with your specific claim, consult an accredited VSO, claims agent, or attorney.
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Last verified: April 30, 2026
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