Claim if you were injured while serving in the armed forces
What you'll get
The compensation you get depends on either:
- when you were injured
- when the circumstances happened that caused your illness
What you get might be reduced if you’re getting compensation from another scheme.
If your injury or illness is due to service after 5 April 2005
If your claim is successful, you’ll get a tax-free lump sum payment between £1,236 and £650,000. The amount you get will depend on how severe your injury is.
If you have a more serious illness or injury
You may also receive a tax-free monthly payment for life when you’re discharged - sometimes known as a Guaranteed Income Payment (GIP).
The GIP is based on your salary, age and how severe your injury is.
If your GIP payment level is 50% of your salary or more, you can also claim an Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP).
If your injury or illness is due to service before 6 April 2005
If your claim is successful, you’ll be awarded either:
- a pension - if your disability is assessed at 20% or more
- a lump sum - if your disability is assessed at less than 20%
The amount you get will depend on how severe your injury is.
You might also be able to get other allowances if you’re having problems getting around or finding a job.