Top Skip to main content. Looking for records? How can I check on the status of my request? Please indicate whether you know your request number using the buttons below: Yes, I know my request number No, I don't know my request number You may also telephone the NPRC Customer Service Line this is a long-distance call for most customers : Can I still access files?
It depends on the date the service member separated from the military. Military personnel records are open to the public 62 years after they leave the military. To calculate this, take the current year and subtract But what if it's been less than 62 years?
Records of individuals who left service less than 62 years ago are subject to access restrictions and only limited information or copies may be released to the general public within the provisions of the law. See Federal Records Center Program to access these records. Cost: Most basic requests are free but it depends on the discharge date. Free if Discharge Date is LESS than 62 years ago: Generally there is no charge for basic military personnel and medical record information provided to veterans, next of kin and authorized representatives from Federal non-archival records.
Response Time: most requests for separation documents can be processed within 10 days Learn more. Who may request military service records? You may request military service records including DD if you are: A military veteran , or Next of kin of a deceased , former member of the military. The next of kin can be any of the following: Surviving spouse who has not remarried Father Mother Son Daughter Sister Brother Public access depends on the discharge date: Records are accessioned into the National Archives, and become archival, 62 years after the service member's separation from the military.
What information do I need for the request? Required Information: Your request must contain certain basic information for us to locate your service records. This information includes: The veteran's complete name used while in service Service number Social Security number Branch of service Dates of service Date and place of birth especially if the service number is not known. If you suspect your records may have been involved in the fire , also include: Place of discharge Last unit of assignment Place of entry into the service, if known.
All requests must be signed and dated by the veteran or next of kin. 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. Recommended Information optional : While this information is not required, it is extremely helpful to staff in understanding and fulfilling your request: The purpose or reason for your request, such as applying for veterans benefits, preparing to retire, or researching your personal military history.
Any deadlines related to your request. We have developed a unique rapport with records workers and are able to streamline the process to get your documents located and delivered rapidly—typically weeks sooner than with eVetRecs.
If this sounds like a service that might benefit you, or if you simply have questions and want to learn more about our process, our history or our past successes, reach out to us You can also visit our FAQs page for more information.
We take precautions to protect your information. When you submit sensitive information via the website, your information is protected both online and offline. Wherever we collect sensitive information such as credit card data , that information is encrypted and transmitted to us in a secure way.
While we use encryption to protect sensitive information transmitted online, we also protect your information offline. Only employees who need the information to perform a specific job for example, billing or customer service are granted access to personally identifiable information. And Why Is it so Important? The following is a quick breakdown of the key sections on your DD Why is having a copy of your DD so important?
This includes: VA home loans and housing assistance Automobile loans Education and training benefits Employment benefits Burial benefits Health care Benefits for spouses, dependents and survivors Disability compensation Life insurance What if your DD never arrived or was lost, stolen or destroyed? DDDirect can find your military records in less time and with fewer headaches.
Written by: DDDirect. The National Archives will expedite delivery of a DD under certain circumstances, usually in 1 to 5 days. They will work directly with the Archives to obtain the records necessary. Otherwise, download the paper form and state the nature of the emergency in the "Purpose" section. Fax the form to the Archive Customer Service Team at The next morning, around 7am Central time, call the Customer Service Team at That line can be very very busy later in the day.
The request must be signed by the next of kin and be accompanied by a death certificate, published obituary or letter from a funeral home. If you need your DD immediately but don't qualify for expedited service from the Archives, a company that has provided reliable service to Veterans and their families is the Aardvark Research Group.
Records can be ordered online through their website www. This is not a free service but the turnaround time on your request is much shorter.
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