Choose one of three ways to request service records from the National Archives: Start your records request online for recent military service. Print and fill out a Form SF 180. ... Write a letter to request records, following the directions and using the address under number 2 on this web page.
Records for yourself or next of kin Start your records request online for recent military service. Print and fill out a Form SF 180. Mail it to the appropriate address on the form. Write a letter to request records, following the directions and using the address under number 2 on this web page.
You can request your military records in any of these ways: Mail or fax a Request Pertaining to Military Records (Standard Form SF 180) to the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC). ... Write a letter to the NPRC. ... Visit the NPRC in person. Contact your state or county Veterans agency. Hire an independent researcher.
Current serving Soldiers without a CAC or retired personnel with an Army Knowledge Online (AKO) account can access HRC's "My Record Portal" to view their OMPF documents. Go to the U.S. Army Human Resources Command's home page at , under Soldier Services click the "My Records" button.
Access to Records, Information for the General Public: Without the consent of the veteran or next-of-kin, the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) can only release limited information from the Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) to the general public.
The NPRC is the records custodian for most discharged and retired members of all branches of service. The fastest way to obtain a copy is through their website, at . Expect a two to three week wait to receive requested records.
Generally there is no charge for basic military personnel and medical record information provided to veterans, next of kin and authorized representatives from Federal (non-archival) records. Some companies advertise DD Form 214 research services and will charge a fee for obtaining copies.
What Is the Difference Between DD215 and DD214 Forms? DD215 is a form to correct any errors on a submitted DD214. Veterans would fill out and submit DD214 as a separation or discharge certificate. The military may also issue DD214 to members of the armed forces upon their separation from active military service.