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The Veterans Identification Card (VIC) is an identification card issued by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as part of the Veterans Identification Card Act of 2015.[1] The VIC allows Veterans to demonstrate proof of service without the need for carrying their DD214 for discounts on goods and services offered to Veterans.[2]
The VIC differs from a Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) or a DoD Uniformed Services or retiree ID Card as it cannot be used as proof of eligibility for any federal benefits and does not grant access to military installations.[3]
Eligibility
To qualify for the VIC, a Veteran must have served honorably in the armed forces including the reserve components, and have received a discharge of honorable or general (under honorable conditions).[4]
References
- ^ Vern, Buchanan (2015-07-20). "Text - H.R.91 - 114th Congress (2015-2016): Veterans Identification Card Act 2015". www.congress.gov. Retrieved 2018-08-09.
- ^ "Veteran ID Card". Vets.gov. Retrieved 2018-08-09.
- ^ "Veteran ID Cards: What your options are now and in the future - VAntage Point". VAntage Point. 2016-03-24. Retrieved 2018-08-09.
- ^ Affairs, Office of Public and Intergovernmental. "News Releases - Office of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs". www.va.gov. Retrieved 2018-08-09.