An official website of the United States government
The .gov means it’s official.
Federal government websites often end in .gov or .mil. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure you're on a federal government site.
The site is secure.
The https:// ensures that you're connecting to the official website and that any information you provide is encrypted and sent securely.
If your address is outside the U.S., you can use ID.me to verify your identity. You’ll need to show your identity documents on a video call with an ID.me representative.
Learn more about verifying your identity if you live outside the U.S. on the ID.me website
Make sure to have your identity documents ready.
Learn about primary and secondary identification documents on the ID.me website
Note: If you don’t have a U.S. Social Security number, you’ll need to show a valid U.S. passport as one of your identity documents.
Thank you for your feedback.
Verifying your identity on VA.gov
Find answers to common questions about verifying your identity.
Health care
Apply for VA health care, find out how to access services, and manage your health and benefits online.
Last updated: