What is a DD 149?

What is a DD 149?

If you believe you are the victim of an error or injustice which affects your military record, you may apply for a Correction of Military Records by completing and submitting a DD Form 149, Application for Correction of Military Record. Submit your completed DD Form 149 to the appropriate address on page 2 of the form.

What is a DD 1300?

When a veteran is missing in action (MIA) or dies while on active duty service or training, the military department sends a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) to the Mid-Atlantic Payment Service Center (MATPSC) to expedite any potential survivor claims.

How do I get a DD 215 form?

You can request your military records in any of these ways:

1. Mail or fax a Request Pertaining to Military Records (Standard Form SF 180) to the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC).
2. Write a letter to the NPRC.
3. Visit the NPRC in person.
4. Contact your state or county Veterans agency.
5. Hire an independent researcher.

How can I find out if someone was a Marine?

Jump To A Military Verification Service

1. #1 – DFAS.
2. #2 – Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA) Request.
3. #3 – National Personnel Records Center.
4. #4 – DD 214 or Military ID Card.
5. #5 – Commendation Medal Search.
6. #6 – Online Military Background Check.
7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Are military service records public information?

It depends on the date the service member separated from the military. Military personnel records are open to the public 62 years after they leave the military. See Access to Military Records by the General Public for more details.

Where can I look up military service records?

You can find veterans’ military service records from World War I to the present from the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC). The NPRC houses many types of records, including Official Military Personnel Files (OMPF).