How fast can I get my DD-214?
How fast can I get my DD-214?
DD-214s can be requested either on-line or by mail. You will receive your DD-214 from the Archives in about about three to four weeks. You must have a working printer attached to your computer if you use the online request form.
Can I get a copy of DD-214 online?
Recent military service and medical records are not online. However, most veterans and their next of kin can obtain free copies of their DD Form 214 (Report of Separation) and the following military service records any of the ways listed below. Looking for records?
How do I get my DD214 from the Air Force?
There are multiple ways to obtain your DD Form 214. You can visit the VA/DoD eBenefits site or log into myPers and create a request. You may also visit the National Personnel Records Center website or contact the Total Force Service Center at 800-525-0102.
Why is my DD214 taking so long?
The government processes DD214 requests on a first-come, first-served basis. The queue is getting longer by the hour. The longer you wait, the longer it will take to receive your DD214 (by weeks or months).
How do you get an honorable discharge certificate?
You or your next-of-kin can request a copy of your DD Form 214 online by going to the National Personnel Records Center website. You can mail or fax your signed and dated request to the National Archives’ National Personnel Record Center (NPRC).
How do I get my Air Force discharge papers?
Help After You’re Out: Replacing Your Discharge Papers You or your next-of-kin can request a copy of your DD Form 214 online by going to the National Personnel Records Center website. You can mail or fax your signed and dated request to the National Archives’ National Personnel Record Center (NPRC).
Why is it so hard to get a DD214?
Today’s recent retirees and separates often have a problem getting a replacement DD214 because of the transit time it takes to get military records from the final assignment to the National Archives.
What do you do if you don’t have a DD214?
If you lose your DD form 214, you will need to request a replacement copy for your records. The DD214 is your most important post-military document.
Where can I request my DD214?
Military Personnel Files, in general, are stored at the National Personnel Records Center, in St. Louis. In order to get an Official Copy of your DD 214, you can either make a request directly to the National Personnel Records Center (Turnaround is 90 days) or you can hire an authorized expeditor to get the DD214 for you.
When can I get my DD214?
If you are the next of kin of a deceased veteran, you must provide proof of death of the veteran such as a copy of death certificate, letter from funeral home, or published obituary. DD-214s can be requested either on-line or by mail. You will receive your DD-214 from the Archives in about about three to four weeks.
How to get a copy of DD214?
Option 1: Request your copy online by visiting the National Archives Website
How to get a DD214 for a deceased relative?
Below are the step-by-step instructions on how to obtain a deceased relative’s DD214: Go to the National Archives Website and click on the blue box labeled “Start Form Online” under “Looking For? Fill out the three drop boxes accordingly. Fill out the veteran’s service details: branch of service, service component, enlisted or officer rank, and the purpose of the request.
