Resources
Is their service on file with VA?
Other ways to confirm service
- Arizona and California driver's licenses can show a VETERAN designation.
- Many Veterans recorded their DD-214 with the county recorder.
- The DD-214 is often filed with the will and deed.
- Next of kin can request records from the National Personnel Records Center.
People who can check with a Social Security number
The check above only uses name, date of birth and address. These offices can search VA records directly, and all of them are free.
Arizona
Arizona Department of Veterans' Services — Veteran Benefits Counselors
Appointments: (602) 535-1215
Main office: (602) 255-3373
dvs.az.gov → Veteran Benefits CounselorsAccredited counselors who can confirm status, request discharge papers, and file for pension and Aid and Attendance. Phone and video appointments available.
California
County Veterans Service Office locator: 1-844-737-8838 (1-844-SERV-VET)
San Francisco County VSO: (415) 934-4200
CalVet: 1-800-952-5626 · calvet.ca.gov
Every California county has a Veterans Service Office that can look up status and file claims at no charge.
Nationwide
VA benefits line: 1-800-827-1000
VA can confirm status for the Veteran or an authorized representative.
Military records: va.gov/records/get-military-service-records
Next of kin can request a DD-214 if the Veteran can't.
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