Section 35BA — Veterans' Entitlements Act 1986: Commission determination without the need for a claim

(1) The Commission may make a written determination that a specified veteran has rendered qualifying service if the Commission is satisfied that the veteran has rendered such service. Note 1: A claim is not required for a determination under this section. Note 2: For qualifying service see section 7A. (2) The Commission must give a copy of the determination to: (a) the veteran; or (b) the person described in paragraph 38(1)(aa) or (e) in relation to the veteran. (3) A determination by the Commission under this section that a veteran has rendered qualifying service is proof, for all purposes of this Act, that the veteran has rendered qualifying service. (4) A determination under this section is not a legislative instrument.