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Global War on Terrorism Welcome Home Bonus (post-9/11 Servicemembers)

A bonus for active or discharged veterans who have served after September 11, 2001.

We offer a bonus for veterans who have served or currently serve in the Armed Forces following September 11, 2001. Individuals may apply regardless of active or discharged status. If you are a family member of a deceased veteran of this war, you may also be eligible for this bonus.

You may be eligible if:

• You served on or after September 11, 2001
• You must have been 6 months domicile in Massachusetts immediately prior to entry into the Armed Forces or prior to activation for Reserve and National Guard personnel.
• Your discharge must be under honorable conditions (if applying as a Discharged Servicemember)

Visit the links below to check your eligibility and how to apply.

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Top tasks

Eligibility Requirements and Payment Amounts for Welcome Home Bonus  Apply for a Welcome Home Veterans' Bonus 

All other tasks

Visit the Veterans' Bonus Division Homepage  Submit documentation for an existing Welcome Home Bonus application  Apply for a Bonus on behalf of a Deceased Veteran 

What you need to know

Documentation to show your Proof of Service  Find your Naval Ship History  Find Military Records  Find out if you qualify for a Welcome Home Bonus 

Massachusetts Department of Veterans' Services  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs  Mass VetsAdvisor  VetNet  mass.gov/treasury 

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