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Filling out the VA Form 9 is an essential step for users wishing to appeal a decision made by their local VA office regarding benefits. This guide offers clear instructions to help you navigate the form accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to complete your appeal successfully.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering your name in the space provided. Ensure you include your last name, first name, and middle initial.
3. Provide your claim file number. If you do not have this information, you may contact your local VA office for assistance.
4. Indicate your relationship to the veteran by selecting one of the options available, such as 'Veteran', 'Veteran's widow(er)', or 'Veteran's child'.
5. Fill in your telephone numbers (both home and work) in the designated areas, including area codes.
6. Enter your current address, including street number and name, city, state, and ZIP code.
7. If you are not the veteran, provide your name in the specified section. If you are, you can leave this section blank.
8. Select your preference regarding a Board of Veterans' Appeals hearing. Check only one box that indicates whether or not you wish to have a hearing and where you would like it to take place.
9. Clearly state the issues you wish to appeal. You can choose to appeal all listed issues or only specific ones by checking the appropriate box and listing them.
10. In this section, explain in detail why you believe the VA decision was incorrect. Be thorough and specific in your arguments.
11. Sign the form where indicated to authenticate your appeal, noting that your signature confirms your intent to appeal.
12. Enter the date you signed the form in the appropriate field.
13. If you have an appointed representative, they may sign the form as well, providing their signature and their date of signing.
14. Once completed, review the form for accuracy and clarity, then proceed to save changes, download, print, or share the form as needed.

Complete your VA Form 9 online today to ensure your appeal is filed correctly and promptly.