Combat Veterans Can Now Transfer Benefit Rights to Family Members Without a Notary.

How Family Members of Combat Veterans Can Apply for Benefits

According to Novyny.live: Combat veterans are now allowed to assign their benefit entitlements to a family member without needing a notary. This process is handled through the Pension Fund of Ukraine, significantly streamlining access to social support for eligible relatives. The new rule reduces the bureaucratic steps required for families to obtain the benefits they are entitled to.

Applications for these benefits are submitted via the Pension Fund of Ukraine, cutting down both the time and effort needed to process the required paperwork. A family member of a combat veteran can now claim benefits using a power of attorney, making the system far more accessible. To validate this power of attorney, a military unit commander is authorized to do so, eliminating the need for costly notary services. According to the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine:

'A spouse can certify the power of attorney to receive benefits. There is no need to visit a notary for this.' Ministry of Defense of Ukraine

Benefits Available to Families of Combat Veterans

The benefits that family members of combat veterans can access include:

• Discounts on housing and utility bills.
• A 75% reduction on housing and utility costs for the parents of combat veterans.
• Full 100% reimbursement of housing and utility expenses for individuals with war-related disabilities.

These updated regulations are designed to make life easier for veterans and their families, ensuring they can efficiently receive the state support they need. This change represents a significant step forward in improving social protection for the relatives of combat veterans, many of whom have faced challenges in securing their rightful benefits. By simplifying the application process, the initiative aims to ease the financial burden on these families during difficult times. Given the current circumstances in Ukraine, this effort also highlights the government's commitment to addressing the social needs of veterans and their loved ones.