Book update page

Records, DD214 and Account Access

This Vols4Vets.com page keeps current links, phone numbers and source notes for the book chapter.

Official-source caution: Vols4Vets.com is a routing companion to the book. Official agencies, crisis lines, providers and program pages control action, eligibility, deadlines, phone numbers and forms.

Who this helps

Transitioning service member, veteran, spouse helper.

Best first step

Learn how DD214 and service record requests work before separation, then store account access safely.

What to gather

Service dates, branch, Social Security number, prior names, contact info and safe storage plan.

Safety notes

Do not wait until you need your DD214 to find out where your copy is.
Do not assume an old login still works for every VA or DoD account you will need.
Do not give your DD214 or account credentials to anyone who is not an official office or a trusted helper you chose.

Resource cards for this chapter

National Archives Military Service Records

Start an official records request through NARA or VA path

Phone: N/A

Official website: https://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records

What to gather: Name used in service, branch, dates, SSN/service number if available

Source type: Official federal records source

Date checked: 2026-07-04

Safety note: Private records should be handled carefully.

VA.gov

Use VA.gov to apply, check status, manage benefits or find the right VA page

Phone: 800-698-2411

Official website: https://www.va.gov/

What to gather: DD214, ID, records, account access, benefit-specific documents

Source type: Official federal benefits portal

Date checked: 2026-07-04

Safety note: Vols4Vets is not VA and does not decide eligibility.

Website update page purpose

Use this page to check current official links, phone numbers and source notes that can change after the printed book.

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Last source package check: 2026-07-06. This page does not provide legal, medical, tax, financial or VA claims advice.