2.2.1 Who can make a claim under VCES? (see 2.2 of Instrument)

A claim for benefits under VCES can be made by:

• the veteran
• the dependant (over 16 years of age) of the veteran
• another person on behalf of the veteran or dependant (as approved by the veteran or dependant)
• a person approved by the Commission in the case where the veteran or dependant is physically or mentally incapable of claiming.

Where a dependant is under the age of 16, as claim can be made by the dependant's parent or guardian, a person approved by the parent of guardian, or a person approved by the Commission where there is no other person to make the application.