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Personal records request form

Form name:Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) or Privacy Act (PA) Request (VA Form 20-10206)
Form revision date: August 2023
Related to: VBA

Downloadable PDF

Online tool

You can submit this request online instead of filling out and sending us the paper form.

Helpful links related to VA Form 20-10206

  • Learn how to access your VA records, benefit letters, and documents online.

  • Find out how to update your direct deposit information online for disability compensation, pension, or education benefits.

  • Find out how to change your address and other information in your VA.gov profile for disability compensation, claims and appeals, VA health care, and other benefits.

  • Submit an online request to get your DD214 or other military service records through the milConnect website.

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