How to Waive With VA Healthcare

First Semester Completing a Health Insurance Waiver with VA Benefits

This is my first semester submitting a health insurance waiver with VA benefits

The waiver form is designed for commercial insurance. As a VA Healthcare beneficiary, the information we need will be on your Benefits Summary Letter.

How to Download Your Benefits Summary Letter:

  1. CLICK HERE and login.
  2. Go to Documents and Records.
  3. Select VA LettersBenefits Summary – Veteran Benefits.
  4. Follow the prompts and generate your letter.
  5. Use this letter to complete the waiver

How to Submit a Health Insurance Waiver:

  • CLICK HERE to log in to the UF Student Self-Service Portal and start the waiver process.
  • Select comparable coverage questionnaire and complete the screening questionnaire.
  • After submitting, you’ll be taken to the insurance page. Click Add New and enter your coverage details.
  • Upload your benefits summary where it asks for the insurance card.
  • Check your insurance status in the portal. Processing may take 3–5 business days (may take longer if the deadline is approaching).
  • If you have questions or get stuck, please contact us.

Need help? Click here to watch a step-by-step video.

Renewing Health Insurance Waiver with VA Benefits

How do I renew my waiver with VA benefits?

If your benefits have not changed, use the steps listed below to renew your health insurance waiver:

  1. CLICK HERE to log in to the UF Student Self-Service Portal.
  2. Select “Insurance” from the menu. Look for the umbrella icon (located on the left sidebar on desktop, or the top-left menu button on mobile).
  3. Click Renew and select the academic term.
  4. Review your insurance details. Update benefits summary only if needed.
  5. Click Add to save.
  6. Check your insurance status in the portal. It usually updates within 30–60 minutes (may take longer if the deadline is approaching).

Need help? Click here to watch a step-by-step video.