Yes, you can and should generate a new VA Benefit Summary Letter to reflect your current compensation amount. The document you need is not a "VA Development Letter" (which concerns claim status), but the official **VA Benefit Summary Letter**, often called the award letter. You must obtain this directly through the VA, as third-party sites cannot generate official verification. Access it by logging into your account on **VA.gov** or the **DS Logon** portal, navigating to the "Benefits" section, and selecting "Get your benefit letters." From there, you can download a current "Benefit Summary and Service Verification Letter," which will have today's date and your accurate total monthly compensation, including any dependents. For legal verification of your disability ratings, reference **38 CFR 3.321** for general rating principles and the specific diagnostic codes under **38 CFR Part 4**, such as those for mental disorders under **DC 9300** per **38 CFR 4.130**. If your letter shows a combined rating that you believe is incorrect based on the **VA’s combined ratings table (38 CFR 4.25)**, you may need to file for a higher-level review. For housing purposes, this updated letter is the standard proof of income, and you should provide it directly to your prospective landlord. If you encounter access issues, contact the VA’s help desk at 1-800-827-1000.
*Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes to assist in understanding VA processes and is not intended as legal, medical, or official claims advice.*
Official 2026 VA monthly compensation, including the 2.8% COLA increase.
Dependent add-ons start at a 30% rating. Child-only and dependent-parent rates: see the full 2026 pay chart.
| Rating | Monthly (2026, incl. 2.8% COLA) |
|---|---|
| 10% | $180.42 |
| 20% | $356.66 |
| 30% | $552.47 |
| 40% | $795.84 |
| 50% | $1,132.90 |
| 60% | $1,435.02 |
| 70% | $1,808.45 |
| 80% | $2,102.15 |
| 90% | $2,362.30 |
| 100% | $3,938.58 |
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