<P> The Veterans Identification Card (VIC) is an identification card issued by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as part of the Veterans Identification Card Act of 2015 . The VIC allows Veterans to demonstrate proof of service without the need for carrying their DD214 for discounts on goods and services offered to Veterans . </P> <P> The VIC differs from a Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) or a DoD Uniformed Services or retiree ID Card as it cannot be used as proof of eligibility for any federal benefits and does not grant access to military installations . </P> <P> To qualify for the VIC, a Veteran must have served honorably in the armed forces including the reserve components, and have received a discharge of honorable or general (under honorable conditions). </P>

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