A service member with a general discharge receives which type of benefits?

A service member who receives a general discharge is typically eligible for limited benefits. A general discharge generally indicates that the service member’s performance was satisfactory but not exemplary, which can affect the scope of benefits available to them.

While full benefits are afforded to those with honorable discharges, a general discharge can restrict access to certain types of benefits. However, those holding a general discharge may still qualify for some basic benefits, such as health care through the Veterans Health Administration, but they may not have access to the full range of benefits such as the GI Bill for education or access to certain vocational training programs.

Dependent benefits would fall under a different category, and while some limited benefits might extend to dependents, this does not accurately capture the benefits available to the service member themselves under a general discharge. Understanding the classification and implications of a general discharge is essential for recognizing the limitations on available benefits for service members in this category.