How to I obtain my VA Certificate of Eligibility?

It used to take 30-45 days by mail to receive your certificate of eligibility.  Now you can go online and get it in a manner of minutes.  

REGISTER FOR THE PORTAL:

STEP 1:  Get a username and password by going to the Veterans Information Portal at:  https://vip.vba.va.gov  Select "User Registration" on the left side of the screen by double clicking.

STEP 2: Answer the questions that come up on the User Registration Screen.  Most will answer YES to question one and NONE to question two.  Once complete, click the NEXT button to continue.

STEP 3: Enter all of the information that is required.  The red asterisk denotes all fields that are required.  Be sure the answer the questions completely and accurately.  They should match your DD214 or your statement of service.  If you served under a different last name then make sure you answer yes to the last question. Once complete, click NEXT.

STEP 4: Enter Contact information.  If you would like to receive your information by email.  Make sure and answer YES.  Click NEXT to continue.

STEP 5: Enter information on the Login/Security Information Screen.  Click NEXT to continue

STEP 6:  Read the terms and conditions.  Once read, click the "I Accept"  then "submit" to process your request.  You will receive an email confirmation.

GET YOUR CERTIFICATE:

STEP 1;  Log into the VIP Portal.  https://vip.vba.va.gov

STEP 2:  Obtain your Certificate of Eligibility by double clicking on click "HERE" in the body of the text labeled "My home loan benefit eligibility and entitlement"

STEP 3:  You may now View and Print your Certificate of Eligibility

If you have any questions please call 602 993-0000 or ask an expert at sunnations@cox.net