W​hat do I need to obtain a copy of DD-214?

Discharge documents are not available for online ordering. 

To obtain a certified copy of a military discharge form DD-214, you must be authorized under Section 6107 of the Government Code.  You may request a maximum of three (3) sets per order.

Those qualified to receive a copy of a veteran's DD-214 are:

• The person who is the subject of the military discharge document.
• A family member or legal representative of the person who is the subject of the military discharge document.
• A County office that provides veteran's benefits upon written request of that office.
• United States Official upon written request of that official​.​

Please click here to obtain a Request form for a Military Dischage document.​​

If submitting in person, please complete the request for a copy of a military discharge and present a valid government issued ID to receive the copy.​

If submitting via fax, email, or regular mail, the request for a copy of a military discharge must be acknowledged by a Notary Public.

Please verify and provide the following information:

• Document number or book and page number
• Name of Veteran
• Year the document was recorded

Copy Fees:

There is no cost for Certified Copies of a Military Discharge DD-214.