

If the Veteran was discharged less than 62 years ago, you may be able to request limited information from their Military Personnel File.įind out about general public access to military records The National Archives opens all records to the public 62 years after discharge. If the Veteran was discharged more than 62 years ago, you can order a copy of their military records.

Surviving spouse who hasn't remarried, or.You may be considered the next of kin if you’re related to the Veteran in any of these ways: Contact your state or county Veterans agency.Mail or fax a Request Pertaining to Military Records (Standard Form SF 180) to the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC).You can request a copy of the Veteran’s military records in any of these ways: Get more information about planning a burial If you’re the next of kin of a Veteran who has passed away We can help you get the Veteran’s DD214 or other discharge documents you may need. If you’re a family member planning a burial for a Veteran in a VA national cemeteryĬall our National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 80.
