More information for veterans

More information about the various support services available for veterans.

RAF Benevolent Fund

The RAF Benevolent Fund provides practical, financial, and personal lifetime support to all members of the RAF family, whether serving or veterans, and their families.

Royal Navy and Marines Charity

The Royal Navy and Marines Charity funds projects and facilities that boost morale for both veterans and those who serve today, including: caring for ex-service men and women in old age, those in crisis or in need (mental health issues, substance abuse, injury, and homelessness), and transitioning to civilian life and employment.

Army Benevolent Fund

The Army Benevolent Fund provides grants for soldiers and veterans from the British Army, and their immediate families, when they are in need.

Forces Compare

Forces Compare lets you find and compare the best military insurance deals. It's an independent search engine which specialises in comparing quotes for insurance to meet your requirements, from a select group of highly reputable insurance specialists.

Forces Employment Charity - Project Nova

The Forces Employment Charity is proud to provide life-changing support for veterans in the justice system.  The shift into non-military life can bring challenges that can lead to veterans feeling detached and in between military and civilian worlds.

Confederation of Service Charities (COBSEO)

COBSEO represents the whole serving and veterans community. Membership is open to charities who promote and further the welfare and general interests of the Armed Forces community.

The Forces in Mind Trust

Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) awards grants and commissions research, coordinates the efforts of others, and supports projects that deliver long-term solutions to the challenges faced by the Armed Forces community.

Apply for a veterans' badge or a medal

Anyone who has served in any of the UK Armed Forces can apply for a veterans' badge. There is no fee.

Veterans ID cards

A new ID card for Armed Forces veterans, which will help them access specialist support and services, has started to be issued to service leavers.

Defence Discount Service 

The Defence Discount Service is the official MoD discount service for the Armed Forces, Veterans and Armed Forces Community – providing discounts both online and on the high street for members of the Armed Forces, Veterans and Armed Forces Community.

Veterans Railcard

The Veterans Railcard was launched at the end of 2020 for British military veterans*. It costs £30, and can be used at any time – peak or off-peak – although during peak times a minimum  fare of £12 applies. The Railcard will provide you and your companion 1/3 off most rail fares  and 60% off for up to four children aged 5-15 years.

*UK Veterans refers to those who served at least one day in Her Majesty’s Armed Forces; or Merchant Mariners who have seen duty on legally defined military operations.