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TDVS

Tennessee Department of Veterans Services guide.

Use TDVS for Tennessee veteran benefits routing, state offices and county office lookup. Vols4Vets is independent and does not represent claims.

Back to East Tennessee resources
Fast answer: Start with the official TDVS website, county VSO lookup and state veterans services office pages. For East Tennessee, the official TDVS page lists Region 4 field offices including Mountain Home and Knoxville.

Who this page is for

Tennessee veterans, survivors, families and caregivers looking for state benefit routing, county office lookup, TDVS field offices or official Tennessee veterans services.

Official starting point

What this office or resource may help with

TDVS may help route veterans to state benefits, county offices, state veterans services offices, cemeteries and official Tennessee veteran programs. Confirm the exact service directly with TDVS.

What to check before you call or drive

Check the official TDVS page before you call or drive. Hours, appointment rules and locations can change. Ask whether the state office, county office or VA accredited representative is the right path.

Before you call or drive

  • Check the official page.
  • Confirm hours.
  • Confirm appointment rules.
  • Ask what documents to bring.
  • Ask whether copies are accepted.
  • Ask whether the office handles your exact issue.
  • Do not send private records to Vols4Vets.

What to bring

Photo ID, DD214 if available, VA letters, proof of Tennessee residence if relevant, appointment details and questions about the specific state or federal benefit.

What not to send to Vols4Vets

Do not send Social Security numbers, claim numbers, DD214s, medical records, legal papers, passwords or private case details to Vols4Vets.

What happens after this link

  • You may leave Vols4Vets.
  • The official site may ask for private information.
  • Only enter private records on official secure sites or with verified accredited help.
  • Write down confirmation numbers.
  • Save copies of what you submit.
  • Come back to Vols4Vets if you need the next starting point.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing a county office, TDVS field office and VA office.
  • Using old roster screenshots instead of the current TDVS page.
  • Assuming Vols4Vets can file or appeal a claim.

Related Vols4Vets pages

Tennessee VA benefits help, what to bring to a VSO, East Tennessee veteran resources.

Verification note

TDVS official pages were checked on July 1, 2026. Specific field office details may change and should be confirmed on the official TDVS page before travel.

Last reviewed: July 1, 2026.