How do I get a copy of my DD-214?
Last verified July 15, 2026 · Reviewed by Esteban Magallon, VA-Accredited Claims Agent
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- Discharges after 2002 are usually available electronically within days.
- Records affected by the 1973 St. Louis fire may require additional reconstruction from alternate sources.
- You do not need a DD-214 to file an Intent to File — you can submit it before the formal claim is due.
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