What is Form DA 7666?
DA Form 7666, Parental Consent, is an important document used by the U.S. Army to confirm that both parents consent to the custodial arrangements for their child during the absence of the military parent. This form is essential for establishing legal clarity and ensuring that both parents are in agreement about who will care for the child. It is part of the Family Care Plan, which prioritizes the child's well-being while the parent is deployed or otherwise unavailable, providing peace of mind for all parties involved.
What is DA Form 7666 used for?
DA Form 7666 is important for service members regarding their children's custody. It ensures both parents agree on who will care for their children during deployment or when one parent is unavailable. Here’s what you need to know:
- Purpose: Obtains agreement from both parents on custodial arrangements.
- Prevents disputes: Helps avoid potential custody conflicts.
- Designated guardian: Ensures proper care is arranged for the child.
How to fill out DA Form 7666?
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Read the Privacy Act Statement to understand how your information will be used.
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Introduce yourself and your child by filling in your name, spouse's name, and child's name, along with their date and place of birth.
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Describe your child's current residence situation, specifying where and with whom they live.
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Mark the soldier’s current duty or deployment by selecting the appropriate option.
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Indicate the guardian’s full name and the child's residence location.
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Sign the form as the soldier, then have your spouse sign it as well. Check official sources for the latest signature requirements.
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Notarize both signatures by visiting a notary public.
Who is required to fill out DA Form 7666?
Parents or legal guardians with custody rights must complete DA Form 7666. Both must sign and notarize the document to confirm care arrangements for the child during military deployment.
Military personnel use the form to validate their Family Care Plan, preventing custody disputes and ensuring proper child care during their absence.
When is DA Form 7666 not required?
DA Form 7666 (Parental Consent) is not required in the situation when the Family Care Plan complies with an established legal custody agreement. It is also unnecessary when both parents are in agreement with the Family Care Plan and there are no other parties with legal custody interests. Additionally, soldiers who are married and living with their spouse, and the spouse is capable of caring for the children, do not need to use the form.
When is DA Form 7666 due?
DA Form 7666 (Parental Consent) is required for the Family Care Plan (FCP) submission. Active Component soldiers must complete the FCP within 30 days of counseling, while Reserve Component soldiers have 60 days.
How to get a blank DA Form 7666?
To obtain a blank DA Form 7666, issued by the United States Army, simply visit our platform. We have the form ready for you to fill out directly. Remember, our website helps with filling and downloading forms, but does not assist in filing them.
How to sign DA Form 7666?
DA Form 7666 (Army Parental Consent) requires physical signatures and notarization. Here's how to sign it properly:
The U.S. Army soldier must sign the form first in the designated signature line. The soldier's spouse must then sign the form. Both parents' signatures must be notarized by a notary public. The form only becomes valid after the notary signs and seals both parents' signatures. If applicable, any other party with a legal interest in the custody of the child must also sign and notarize the document3.
Where to file DA Form 7666?
To submit DA Form 7666, ensure both parents have signed the form, starting with the soldier's signature.
Next, have the form notarized to validate the signatures. Finally, submit the completed form to your military command by mail or in person, as online filing is not an option.
