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We provide free support for veterans and their families, including a helpline, Veterans Welfare Service, Defence Transition Services and injury/bereavement compensation scheme payments. Veterans UK is part of the Ministry of Defence .

• Updated: 24 April 2024

Veteran Card: apply, get a digital version, request a replacement, what you can get when you use it to prove you served in the UK armed forces.

• Overview

  An HM Armed Forces Veteran Card is a way to prove that you served in the…

• Apply for a Veteran Card

  You only need to apply if you left the armed forces before December 2018.…

• Get a digital version of your Veteran Card

  If you already have a Veteran Card, you can save a digital version on your…

• Replace a lost or damaged Veteran Card

  Contact the Veterans UK Helpline to replace a lost or damaged HM Armed…

Find out what support options are available if you're a veteran with an illness or injury.

• Updated: 12 September 2024

• Updated: 27 January 2025

We lead the UK government’s efforts to ensure our veterans get the respect, support and recognition they deserve and are owed due to their service. OVA is part of the Ministry of Defence .

• Updated: 12 November 2025

The Hub enables forces-friendly organisations across all sectors to showcase the continued value of the UK’s highly skilled veteran community.

• Updated: 3 February 2026

Find out about support options available when a veteran dies, including guidance on entitlements and bereavement support.

• Updated: 12 September 2024

Find out about financial support available to veterans and their families.

• Updated: 12 September 2024

Find out about support options if you're a veteran managing a disability or considering your care needs.

• Updated: 12 September 2024

Government delivers record levels of investment to support veterans, across health, housing, employment and more

• Updated: 26 January 2026