Get Form 40 1330

Filling out VA Form 40 1330, which is the application for a standard government headstone or marker, can seem daunting. This guide will walk you through the online process step-by-step, ensuring that you complete the form accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to successfully fill out the Form 40 1330 online.

1. Click 'Get Form' button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. In block 1, indicate whether this is an initial claim for a marker, a follow-up for a previously submitted claim, or a request to correct or change information on a previous claim.
3. In block 3, specify if the veteran's grave is unmarked or marked with a privately purchased headstone or marker.
4. Fill out block 5a and 5b by providing optional inscription information. If you do not wish to include this, select 'None' or leave the block blank.
5. In block 6, enter the veteran’s periods of active military duty. If you need more space, use block 27 for additional details.
6. Specify the veteran’s branch of military service in block 8. If the branch is not listed, select 'Other' and write it in.
7. Block 9 pertains to valor and achievement awards. Document any awards with your claim or indicate that you will seek documentation from the National Personnel Records Center if needed.
8. In block 11, select the type of headstone or marker. Check only one box and verify with the cemetery to ensure acceptance of the selected type.
9. For block 12, indicate the desired emblem of belief and check 'None' if not applicable.
10. Fill out blocks 13 through 16 to identify the person assisting the next of kin with the claim. Complete and accurate information is crucial.
11. In block 17, the person listed in block 13a must sign to certify the information about the deceased veteran is correct.
12. Block 19 requires the name and address of the organization or official accepting the delivery of the headstone or marker.
13. Provide a telephone number in block 20 for the consignee to avoid delays in delivery.
14. In block 21, enter the name and address of the cemetery where the headstone or marker will be placed.
15. Ensure that block 22 is signed by the person accepting delivery.
16. In block 24, the cemetery official or landowner must sign to verify the order's appropriateness.
17. If the remains have not been buried, provide an explanation in block 27.
18. Complete blocks 29, 30, and 31 only if the decedent is to be buried in a state veterans’ cemetery. Otherwise, leave them blank.
19. After completing the form, review all entries for accuracy to prevent processing delays.
20. Finally, save changes, download, print, or share the form as necessary.

Start the online filing process for the Form 40 1330 today to honor the memory of your loved one.