About Us

The Bay County Veteran Service Office assists veterans, their surviving spouse or children with determining eligibility and applying for Department of Veterans Affairs benefits.

Veterans Benefits

Benefits may include:

• Service Connected Disability
• Non-Service Connected Pensions
• Burial Benefits
• Healthcare Enrollment
• Certificate of Eligibility for Home Loans
• Prepare Property Tax Exemption Letters
• Income Verification Letters for Various Agencies to Assist Veterans
• Vocational Rehabilitation
• Education
• Benefits and Determining Eligibility for State Benefits

Friendly & Competent Staff

The Bay County Veteran Service Officers have been trained and certified by the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs. You will find that our friendly staff is fully qualified to assist you and your family with any benefits that you may be entitled to receive. If you have questions regarding your eligibility for benefits, or require assistance with completing any necessary forms, please contact the office by calling 850-248-8280 or visiting:
840 W 11th Street
Panama City, Florida 32401

Walk-Ins & Appointments

In the best interest of our clients, the office works on an appointment based system. We do recommend that you call the office at 850-248-8280 and schedule an appointment and this will allow us to provide you with more timely service. Walk-ins are welcome, however appointments have priority.