KEY TAKEAWAYS There are five types of military discharge: Honorable, General (Under Honorable Conditions), Other Than Honorable (OTH), Bad Conduct, and Dishonorable — each with different consequences for benefits and civilian life. Only an Honorable Discharge guarantees full access to VA benefits, the GI Bill, VA home loans, and healthcare. OTH, Bad Conduct, and Dishonorable … [Read more...] about Types of Military Discharges: What Each One Means for Your Benefits