What is a DD Form 149?
DD Form 149 is used by individuals seeking to correct any errors or remove injustices from their military records. It's specifically designed for veterans or current service members who believe there has been an error or an unfair entry in their service documentation. Filling out this form is the first step in requesting a review of your military records to ensure they accurately reflect your service and conduct.
What is DD Form 149 used for?
The DD Form 149 is a crucial document for individuals seeking to correct their military records. Here are its primary uses:
- To rectify any errors in a service member's military record.
- To remove unjust or improper material from a service member's record.
How to fill out DD Form 149?
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Start by entering personal identification information, including full name, social security number, and contact details.
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Describe the specific error or injustice in your military record that you are seeking to correct.
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Specify the correction sought clearly.
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Attach supporting evidence to justify the need for correction.
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For the signature, verify the type of signature required by consulting official sources.
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Submit the completed form and documents to the Board for Correction of Military Records (BCMR) of your service branch.
Who is required to fill out DD Form 149?
DD Form 149 is primarily filled out by military members or veterans seeking to correct any errors or remove unjust elements from their military records.
After submission, the form is used by the military records correction boards to review and decide on the applicant's request for amendments to their service records.
When is DD Form 149 not required?
DD Form 149 is not required for individuals who have not served in the military. This form is specifically for those seeking to correct military records.
Current active duty members should seek other channels within their respective service branch for record corrections. They do not need to use this form.
When is DD Form 149 due?
The deadline for DD Form 149 varies as it is not tied to a specific annual date. Instead, it should be submitted as soon as the individual realizes there might be an error or injustice in their military record that needs correction.
Submitting DD Form 149 promptly ensures the request for correction is reviewed and processed in a timely manner.
How to get a blank DD Form 149?
To get a blank DD Form 149, visit our platform where the template, issued by the Executive Services Directorate, is pre-loaded in our editor, allowing you to start filling it out right away without the need to download it from anywhere else. Remember, our website helps you fill out and download the form, but we don't assist in submitting it.
How to sign DD Form 149?
To sign DD Form 149, download and print it after filling out the necessary fields. Then, add your handwritten signature.
Always verify the latest guidelines for DD Form 149 to ensure compliance with signature requirements.
Where to file Form DD Form 149?
DD Form 149 can be submitted by mail.
Check with the specific agency's guidelines for online submission options.
