DD-215

Military abbreviation · Veteran

DD-215
Stands forCorrection to DD Form 214
CategoriesMilitary

DD-215 stands for Correction to DD Form 214, a veteran abbreviation.

Form used to correct or add information to a DD-214 after it has been issued, such as late-awarded medals, corrected dates or an upgraded discharge.

Example: The Army issued a DD-215 adding the Bronze Star he received after separating.

Usage notes

A DD-215 is kept with the original DD-214, and both should be submitted together when proving service. If major changes are needed, a new DD-214 may be issued instead. Requests go through the service's records office or board for correction of military records.

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