How do I obtain a copy of my Report of Separation from Active Duty (DD-214)?
The Department of Veterans Affairs does not maintain records of veterans military service, except as is necessary for providing benefits. For information about obtaining your military record, please visit the Military Personnel Records Center in St. Louis, which is part of the National Archives and Records Administration, at http://www.archives.gov
This link takes you to the site map for the VA site. http://www.va.gov/General/site_map.htm .It contains many very useful pieces of infomration found on the VA site in a quick reference format.
Your questions may also be sent to:
National Personnel Records Center Military Personnel Records Center 9700 Page Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63132-5100
The nearest VA regional office can also send you the necessary form, by calling 1-800-827-1000. You can also contact the local benefit office in your area. Go to for a list of benefits offices listed by state. If convenient, please send an e-mail to: vaconsumer@forum.va.gov .
