Does a Veteran or designated transferee have to be at the 100% benefit tier to be eligible for the Yellow Ribbon Program?

Yes, only Veterans entitled to the maximum benefit rate (based on service requirements) or their designated transferees may receive this funding.  Active duty service members and their spouses are not eligible.  Child transferees of active duty service members may be eligible if the service member is qualified a the 100% rate.

Visit the VA Yellow Ribbon program web page for more information on current payment rates.