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Substitute claimant request form

Form name:Request for Substitution of Claimant Upon Death of Claimant (VA Form 21P-0847)
Form revision date: November 2024
Related to: Family member and caregiver benefits

When to use this form

Use VA Form 21P-0847 if someone you’re connected to dies before we finish processing their VA claim, decision review, or appeal—and you want to continue their claim.

Downloadable PDF

Online tool

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

Helpful links related to VA Form 21P-0847

  • 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.

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

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