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ELIGIBLE YOUNG PERSON PAYMENTS
Eligible Young Person Payments: Compensation for Veterans With Dependants
As a veteran with dependants, you may be entitled to extra, tax-free DVA compensation when your impairment reaches 80 points or more under MRCA, and you have eligible young persons who rely on you.
Our team identifies every eligible young person and manages the process so you can secure the full support you're entitled to, without stress or delays.
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The rules around section 80 are complex and easy to misinterpret, especially on top of existing DVA claims. Trying to manage this alone can lead to missing information, delays and underpayments.
We handle the heavy lifting—reviewing your DVA file, applying the section 80 rules and preparing the paperwork—so you can focus on your health and family while we deal with the forms and legislation.
We've assisted hundreds of veterans through the Eligible Young Person Payment claims process. Our team includes specialists with previous DVA experience, people who understand both sides of the complicated process.
We take the time to understand your situation, explain your options clearly and manage your claim with care. With zero upfront fees, you only pay if we achieve a successful outcome.
Many veterans don’t realise they can access this or assume their dependants don’t qualify, even though reaching 80+ impairment points under MRCA may entitle them to a lump sum for each eligible young person.
We review your DVA decisions and family situation so every eligible dependant is recognised and you receive everything you’re entitled to.
Veterans First Consulting made the DVA claims process so much easier during a really stressful time. They kept me updated, chased things up with DVA on my behalf, and took all the pressure off me. All I had to do was show up to appointments.
We make Eligible Young Person Payment claims straightforward and stress-free by handling everything on your behalf, from the first conversation to after-claim support.
Great to deal with, very knowledgeable and helpful every step of the way.
I am absolutley grateful for the team at Veterans First Consulting in their support through my DVA permanent impairment claim. The outcome I received reflected proper preparation and expert advocacy. If you're a veteran considering a DVA claim: don't go it alone. The expertise VFC provides is worth it.
Professional and caring, a great experience with all the members of the Veterans First team from start to finish. Highly recommend making contact.
Was very helpfull, they helped guide me through the confusing paper work and new the proccess well. I couldnt have done it with out them. Thank you to everyone in the VFC team.
Veterans First offered a great advocate experience. Good communication during the entire process and taking the stress and hassle out of arranging appointments.
I put off putting in my claims for a long time intimidated by the process doing it myself. I’m glad I made the decision to go with Veterans first. I have treatment plans for my conditions and a very generous payout thanks to the team.
The best firm to do PI claims specifically for defence members active or inactive.
Veterans First were extremely helpful in putting together my claim and dealt with DVA on my behalf. They kept me in the loop at all times throughout the whole process. Thanks to Fiona, Kim and the team at Veterans First. I highly recommend.
Great service, no fuss from a very professional team. I got all my DVA stuff sorted that I jad been putting off, with a great result.
Was recommend to me from friend, i found Very helpful and very experienced, i would recommend to others.
From the first phone call, they told me: "Personalised DVA claims. Done once. Done right." That stuck with me, and they backed it up the entire way through. They took something that could've been stressful and made it straightforward. And the result was nothing short of life changing. Highly recommended
Great service, great team. Provided good support throughout every step of the process.
VFC made the entire DVA process as simple and as stress free as you could ever want it. The consistent updates and explanation of what things mean took the uncertainty out of the process .They honestly hold clients interests as a priority.
Five stars still isn’t enough for Veterans First, so professional to deal with and made something so daunting and overwhelming a smooth and simple process. The outcome I got I don’t think I would’ve been able to get on my own.
I can’t recommend Veterans First Consulting highly enough. They submitted my claims to DVA and took care of organising all the required appointments. Their team was consistently supportive and made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable.
My experience with Veterans First Consulting has been superb. Had I not made the initial call then I would still be suffering with medical issues. Their knowledge of and experience in dealing with DVA is second to none and without their assistance and guidance I would not be in the position that I am today.
I had the absolute pleasure of dealing with the team at Veteran’s First. They made the whole process a breeze with no stress at all. The team were all extremely helpful, friendly and professional. I’d highly recommend Veterans First to any Veteran thinking about going through with the DVA process.
The only reason I give Veterans First 5 stars is there isn't a higher option. They were incredible. They achieved an outcome I could not have gotten myself.Working with them was the best financial decision I have ever made. You don't need to deal with DVA directly. Well done team. From my family, thank you.
Leaving the ADF is very daunting, especially if it is due to medical matters. Veterans First consulting were there to support me from the very first phone call. I would have never been able to navigate through all the doctor’s appointments and discharge obligations without their help.
They walked me through the whole initial liability process and all conditions were accepted. During the permanent impairment stage, the Veterans First team were easy to talk to and I received maximum compensation. I was particularly impressed that when I asked to speak to the Director he called me within a few hours.
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Couldn’t recommend them enough. Any veterans out there that need to put claims in without dealing with dva direct this is the place to go.
Veterans First Consulting were very helpful, supportive and professional making the process very smooth.
Veteran First provided outstanding service. The team was professional, friendly, and always willing to help. Communication was clear and timely, and I felt respected and supported throughout. I highly recommend them to any veteran looking for reliable and genuine support.
Very happy dealing with VFC. They took the dramas out of the DVA paperwork and booked all required medical appointments. Had my own gp out of his depth with DVA paperwork and when he left the practice I changed to VFC and was very happy with the communication and outcome.
These guys are life savers, couldn't have done it without them. Top tier service
The team made the whole process super simple and hassle free. I got a geat result and it was very much worth the fee.
Great to deal with, very knowledgeable and helpful every step of the way.
I am absolutley grateful for the team at Veterans First Consulting in their support through my DVA permanent impairment claim. The outcome I received reflected proper preparation and expert advocacy. If you're a veteran considering a DVA claim: don't go it alone. The expertise VFC provides is worth it.
Professional and caring, a great experience with all the members of the Veterans First team from start to finish. Highly recommend making contact.
Was very helpfull, they helped guide me through the confusing paper work and new the proccess well. I couldnt have done it with out them. Thank you to everyone in the VFC team.
Veterans First offered a great advocate experience. Good communication during the entire process and taking the stress and hassle out of arranging appointments.
I put off putting in my claims for a long time intimidated by the process doing it myself. I’m glad I made the decision to go with Veterans first. I have treatment plans for my conditions and a very generous payout thanks to the team.
The best firm to do PI claims specifically for defence members active or inactive.
Veterans First were extremely helpful in putting together my claim and dealt with DVA on my behalf. They kept me in the loop at all times throughout the whole process. Thanks to Fiona, Kim and the team at Veterans First. I highly recommend.
Great service, no fuss from a very professional team. I got all my DVA stuff sorted that I jad been putting off, with a great result.
Was recommend to me from friend, i found Very helpful and very experienced, i would recommend to others.
From the first phone call, they told me: "Personalised DVA claims. Done once. Done right." That stuck with me, and they backed it up the entire way through. They took something that could've been stressful and made it straightforward. And the result was nothing short of life changing. Highly recommended
Great service, great team. Provided good support throughout every step of the process.
VFC made the entire DVA process as simple and as stress free as you could ever want it. The consistent updates and explanation of what things mean took the uncertainty out of the process .They honestly hold clients interests as a priority.
Five stars still isn’t enough for Veterans First, so professional to deal with and made something so daunting and overwhelming a smooth and simple process. The outcome I got I don’t think I would’ve been able to get on my own.
I can’t recommend Veterans First Consulting highly enough. They submitted my claims to DVA and took care of organising all the required appointments. Their team was consistently supportive and made what could have been a stressful experience feel smooth and manageable.
My experience with Veterans First Consulting has been superb. Had I not made the initial call then I would still be suffering with medical issues. Their knowledge of and experience in dealing with DVA is second to none and without their assistance and guidance I would not be in the position that I am today.
I had the absolute pleasure of dealing with the team at Veteran’s First. They made the whole process a breeze with no stress at all. The team were all extremely helpful, friendly and professional. I’d highly recommend Veterans First to any Veteran thinking about going through with the DVA process.
The only reason I give Veterans First 5 stars is there isn't a higher option. They were incredible. They achieved an outcome I could not have gotten myself.Working with them was the best financial decision I have ever made. You don't need to deal with DVA directly. Well done team. From my family, thank you.
Leaving the ADF is very daunting, especially if it is due to medical matters. Veterans First consulting were there to support me from the very first phone call. I would have never been able to navigate through all the doctor’s appointments and discharge obligations without their help.
They walked me through the whole initial liability process and all conditions were accepted. During the permanent impairment stage, the Veterans First team were easy to talk to and I received maximum compensation. I was particularly impressed that when I asked to speak to the Director he called me within a few hours.
Couldn’t recommend them enough. Any veterans out there that need to put claims in without dealing with dva direct this is the place to go.
Veterans First Consulting were very helpful, supportive and professional making the process very smooth.
Veteran First provided outstanding service. The team was professional, friendly, and always willing to help. Communication was clear and timely, and I felt respected and supported throughout. I highly recommend them to any veteran looking for reliable and genuine support.
Very happy dealing with VFC. They took the dramas out of the DVA paperwork and booked all required medical appointments. Had my own gp out of his depth with DVA paperwork and when he left the practice I changed to VFC and was very happy with the communication and outcome.
These guys are life savers, couldn't have done it without them. Top tier service
The team made the whole process super simple and hassle free. I got a geat result and it was very much worth the fee.
Common DVA FAQs
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An Eligible Young Person Payment is an additional lump sum that may be paid on top of your DVA permanent impairment compensation once you reach the severe impairment threshold and have eligible young dependants. It increases your overall compensation rather than replacing what you already receive, helping you better support your family. To see how this extra amount can fit into your broader DVA package, learn more in our DVA 80 Points Child Payment guide.
A dependant is usually your child, stepchild, adopted child or another young person who is financially reliant on you. In most cases, they must be under 16, or aged 16–25 and in full-time education and not working full-time on their own account at the relevant date. If your situation involves shared care, blended families or apprenticeships, we look at the details to clarify who may qualify. You can find out more about these dependency rules in our DVA Child Payment article.
In some cases, back-paid compensation may be available if your impairment later reaches 80 points or more and you had eligible young dependants at the relevant date used by DVA. This usually involves reviewing when your points increased, when claims were lodged and whether your dependants met the criteria at that time. To understand how changes in your impairment rating can affect what you’re owed, learn more in our DVA Permanent Impairment Rates overview.
To get started, it helps to have your DVA decision letters, details of your accepted conditions, your current impairment rating, and key information about each dependant—such as their ages, schooling, work status and how you support them financially. Having these details ready lets us quickly check whether you may qualify for an additional payment and what evidence will be needed. To make this easier, you can find a simple checklist in our How to Make a DVA Claim guide.
This payment forms part of your DVA compensation package and is generally tax-free, but your overall mix of lump sums, ongoing payments and other benefits can still affect how some income-tested pensions and supplements are calculated. The impact is highly individual, which is why we encourage you to seek tailored financial advice before making big decisions. For a clearer picture of how different amounts and rates interact, learn more in our DVA Payout Figures guide.
Yes. This payment is designed to sit alongside other DVA benefits such as incapacity payments, treatment cards and existing permanent impairment compensation, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria. The key is to make sure your entitlements work together rather than against each other, so nothing is missed or unintentionally affected. If you’d like to see how this fits into the broader range of entitlements, find out more in our What Can I Claim From the DVA?
You don’t need to wait until everything is “perfect” before reaching out—getting advice early can help you plan your permanent impairment and dependant-related claims so they work together. Whether you’re lodging a new claim, considering a reassessment or suspect you’ve been underpaid in the past, we can review where you’re up to and suggest practical next steps. To understand when to act and how different types of support fit together, find out more in our Access DVA Support, Compensation and Benefits guide.
If DVA refuses the additional payment or you believe the amount is too low, you may be able to ask for an internal review or lodge a formal appeal within strict time limits. This can involve providing additional evidence, clarifying your dependants’ situation or asking an independent body to review the decision again. For a clearer explanation of your review options and how the appeals process works, learn more in our DVA Appeals Guide.
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