In order to get approved for a VA mortgage in Kentucky you will need to get your DD214 if you are a veteran.
Getting a Copy of Your DD Form 214 from the National Archives
The National Archives in St. Louis, MO processes all DD Form 214 requests. Veterans and their next of kin have two methods for requesting copies of military records.
Required information to request replacement DD Form 214:
- Veteran’s complete name used while in service.
- Service number or Social security number.
- Branch of service.
- Dates of service.
- Date and place of birth (especially if the service number is not known).
- Recommended information (not required, but may help expedite the process): Purpose for request (applying for benefits, preparing to retire, researching personal military history), deadline, additional forms or information required.
If you believe your records may have been destroyed in the 1973 fire, then you should have the following information available:
- Place of discharge.
- Last unit of assignment.
- Place of entry into the service, if known.
The Privacy Act of 1974 requires all military records requests be submitted in writing. The veteran or next-of-kin must sign and date each DD Form 214 request.
