Claim for Travelling Expenses
Most people submit their claims online. People find it quicker and easier to submit claims this way.
You can submit this claim through MyService.
Transcript of How to claim a travel expense with MyService
Use this form (referred to as either D0800 or D800) to get reimbursed for travelling expenses, which relate to:
- treatment
- a compensation claim
- an invalidity income support claim.
You must provide your travel receipts and/or supporting information when you submit this claim. Any receipts not provided must be retained and provided to DVA upon request if they are needed to validate your travel reimbursement.
We recommend that you submit your claim as soon as possible after you travel.
For travel claims for journeys undertaken prior to 1 July 2026, under the Veterans’ Entitlements Act 1986 (VEA) you must lodge your claim within 12 months after you completed your travel.
Late claims will only be considered for exceptional circumstances. This must be made in writing and include supporting evidence for the delay.
If you are using an Apple computer and want to fill out your form electronically, please download the form and open it with Acrobat 7 or later.