You can request a copy of the Veteran’s military records in any of these ways:

  1. Mail or fax a Request Pertaining to Military Records (Standard Form SF 180) to the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC).
  2. Write a letter to the NPRC.
  3. Visit the NPRC in person.
  4. Contact your state or county Veterans agency.

How do I find archived military records?

To obtain a copy of an archival record (for a COPY FEE), a requestor may:

  1. REQUEST RECORDS ONLINE! (
  2. Visit the NPRC Archival Research Room in St.
  3. Mail a letter or Standard Form (SF) 180, Request Pertaining to Military Records to:
  4. Fax a letter or Standard Form 180 to: 314-801-9195.

Can you look up someone’s DD-214?

Note: OFMPs, separation documents (DD214), replacement records, and medical records are not open to the public and must go through a verification process to obtain these items.

What if I lost my DD-214?

If the form gets lost or misplaced, the service member or next of kin can request a copy through the National Personnel Records Center at the National Archives in St. Louis, Missouri.

What if I lost my DD214?

How long do it take to get a DD214 after being discharged?

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 do I access Army OMPF?

Visit the Request Your Military Service Records Online, by Mail, or by Fax page on the National Archives site to start a request for your paper-based OMPF information. A: The National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) in St. Louis, MO holds historical Military Personnel Records of nearly 100 million veterans.

Does DD 214 show type of discharge?

Most individuals and employers want to see an Honorable Discharge indicated in line 24’s Character of Service in the DD 214. This type of discharge also is key to being eligible for a host of veteran’s benefits provided by federal, state and sometimes even local governments.

How do you get an expedited DD214?

Expedited DD-214 service is available via third party companies who will make the request for a certified DD214 copy in-person and send the certified copy via express mail. These companies can complete the request in as fast as a few days instead of weeks. Simply Google “DD-214 expedited service” for these companies.

Where to access DD214?

If you want to view a DD214 in person, you can visit the National Personnel Records Center in St. Louis, Missouri. The NPRC maintains military records for discharged and deceased veterans who served from World War I and until the end of the 20th century.

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.

How to find DD214 online?

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. You must be the legal next-of-kin: parents (mom or dad),siblings,offspring,or surviving unmarried spouse of the deceased. Press Continue.
  • Fill out the veteran’s service details: branch of service,service component,enlisted or officer rank,and the purpose of the request. Press Continue.
  • You will then be asked to fill out the veteran’s personal information such as full name,date of birth,place of birth,social security number,service number,and approximate end
  • The next-of-kin must show proof of death of the veteran. Examples include a copy of the death certificate,a letter from the funeral home or a published obituary.
  • Be sure to fill out the answers accurately. Continue to click on continue until the form asks you what type of documents you are requesting and type in “DD214.”
  • Print out the form. Then,sign and date in the verification section.
  • Mail the signed and dated form with your return address to:

    • How to get replacement DD214?

    – Option 1: Request your copy online by visiting the National Archives Website – Option 2: Mail the DD Form 214 request with Standard Form 180 (SF-180) to National Personnel Records Center, 1 Archives Drive, St. Louis, MO 63138 – Request a copy from your losing unit’s orderly room or command support staff – Get an electronic copy via the VA eBenefits site – Fax a DD Form 214 request with Standard Form 180 (SF-180) to NPRC (314) 801-9049