United States Department of Veterans Affairs
Returning Service Members (OEF/OIF)

VA Services: Life Insurance

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Did You Know?

All service members currently covered for up to $400,000 worth of Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance (SGLI) can convert to Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI).

Converting to Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI)

  • You can convert from SGLI to VGLI within 1 year and 120 days of separation
  • There is no proof of good health required if the conversion is within 120 days (4 months) of separation
  • This is lifetime renewable term coverage

Traumatic Injury Insurance

  • Seriously injured Veterans can apply for Traumatic Injury Insurance (TSGLI)
  • Effective 12/1/05 with retroactive provision for OEF & OIF Veterans with severe losses from a traumatic injury between Oct. 7, 2001, and Dec. 1, 2005.
  • Payable to members who suffer a qualifying loss due to traumatic injury
  • Rapid financial assistance program for service members and families during recovery
  • Automatic with SGLI coverage

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Life Insurance

Compensation and Pension