DD Form 149, known as the “Application for Correction of Military Record Under the Provisions of Title 10, U.S. Code, Section 1552,” is utilized by service members and veterans seeking to correct any errors or injustices in their military records. The form is processed by the respective service’s Board for Correction of Military Records (BCMR). Applicants must clearly state the specific changes they believe are necessary and provide supporting evidence or documentation to justify their request. The corrections can include changes to discharge status, evaluations, awards, and enlistment records. This form is crucial for rectifying errors that may impact a veteran’s benefits, career opportunities, and legal rights, thus ensuring that their military record accurately reflects their service and conduct.
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What it is: DD Form 149 is the Application for Correction of Military Record under the provisions of Title 10, U.S. Code, Section 1552.
Who signs: The person whose record will be corrected if relief is granted must sign this form in Section 7.
Current and former members of the Armed Forces, their lawful or legal representatives, spouses and ex-spouses of former members seeking Survivor Benefit Program benefits, and civilian employees seeking correction of military records other than those related to civilian employment, who feel that they have suffered an injustice as a result of error or injustice in military records may apply to their respective Boards for Correction of Military (or Naval) Records for a correction of their military records.
The form is used by Board members for review of pertinent information in making a determination of relief through correction of a military record.
You are responsible for obtaining and submitting clear, legible evidence to persuade the Board to grant your request, including evidence not already in your military record. Do not assume a document is in your record.
Your evidence should be submitted with this form and may include military records and orders, witnesses' sworn affidavits, and a brief of arguments supporting your request.
If the basis of your request involves the effects of one or more physical, medical, mental, and/or behavioral health condition(s) and if available, please attach copies of any VA rating decisions, relevant medical records, and counseling treatment records.
Mark the branch at the time of the error or injustice: Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine Corps or Space Force. Mark the component at that time: Regular, Reserve or Guard.
Enter the name while serving in Box 3 and, if different, the current name in Box 4.
Enter the SSN while serving and, if different, the current SSN. Provide, if applicable, the DoD ID number, service number or TIN.
Mark Yes or No for currently serving, then enter the date of separation and the grade/rank at discharge.
Enter the mailing address: street, city, state/APO, country/foreign address, ZIP, email and phone. If the Service Member is deceased, skip this question.
If not currently serving, mark the character of service. If by court-martial, also state the type of court in the space provided.
Mark Yes or No: is this a request for reconsideration of a prior application to the Board? If yes and known, provide the case number and decision date.
Select all categories that apply. Example: Administrative Correction (change in name, DOB, SSN).
Box 13 is required and limited to 455 characters: state the specific correction of record and all relief desired. If possible, identify exactly what document or information in your record you believe to be erroneous or unjust and indicate what correction you want made to it.
Select all that apply: sexual assault/harassment, DADT, reprisal/whistleblower, PTSD, TBI or other mental health issues or conditions related to your request.
Box 15 is required and limited to 545 characters: to justify correction of a military record, you must explain and show to the satisfaction of the Board that the alleged entry or omission in the record is in error or unjust.
Enter the approximate dates the error or injustice was discovered. If the date of discovery is more than 3 years ago, explain your delay and why the Board should consider your request, and refer to Block 18.
U.S. Code, Title 10, Section 1552(b), states that no correction may be made unless the request is made within three years after the discovery of the error or injustice, but the Board may excuse failure to file within three years in the interest of justice.
Box 17: do you wish to appear at your own expense before the Board in Washington, D.C.? Mark Yes to appear in person, Yes to appear by video or telephone, or No to have the Board consider your application based on records and evidence.
If the Board decides that a hearing is warranted, you, your witnesses, and your counsel may attend at no expense to the government, except that counsel may be provided if the Inspector General has reported reprisal against you.
In Box 18, enter additional remarks or continuation of information (limited to 360 characters).
In Box 19, list the documentary evidence attached in support of this claim, and list additional supporting documents if needed. Do not send irreplaceable original documents because they will not be returned.
Section 5 is for the claimant, if other than the Service Member. Claimants are normally Service Members seeking to correct their own records. If the Service Member or former Service Member is not able to sign the application because they are deceased, incapacitated, or other, designate the appropriate signatory.
If the person whose record will be corrected if relief is granted is deceased or incompetent to sign this form in Section 7, a lawful claimant, such as a spouse, widow(er), next of kin (child, parent, or sibling), or legal representative, may sign the form. Proof of death, incompetency, or power of attorney must be submitted.
Heir (widow(er), son, daughter, parent, sibling or other): provide the Service Member's death certificate and marriage license or heir's birth certificate, as appropriate to prove relationship.
Conservator, guardian or attorney-in-fact: provide a notarized power of attorney or court appointment of conservatorship or guardianship to prove status.
Spouse, former spouse or dependent: provide marriage license, divorce decree, or dependent birth certificate, as appropriate. Former spouses may apply as claimants for SBP issues.
Section 6 is for the representative or counsel, if applicable. The representative is authorized to receive and provide communication regarding this application.
Box 26: mark Yes or No for "I would like to receive all correspondence and documents electronically."
Sign in 27a (signature required) and enter the date signed in 27b.
Mark Yes or No: is this request related to any of these wars or contingency operations? Indicate whether you attribute the error or injustice to your involvement in a particular war or contingency operation.
Type or print all entries for all applicable items. If the item is not applicable, enter "NA." If the space provided is insufficient, attach an extra page.
Failure by a claimant to provide the information not annotated as "optional" may result in a denial of your application.
The public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 1 hour per response.
These Boards are the highest level appellate review authority in the military. Therefore, applicants must exhaust all other administrative correction and appeal procedures before applying to the Boards.
DD Form 149 is the Application for Correction of Military Record under the provisions of Title 10, U.S. Code, Section 1552. Principal purpose: to initiate an application for correction of military record.
You may want counsel if your case is complex. Some veterans and service organizations furnish counsel without charge. Contact your local post or chapter.
Mail the completed application to the appropriate address on page 3 of the form. Army: Army Review Boards Agency, 251 18th Street South, Suite 385, Arlington, VA 22202-3531. Navy and Marine Corps: Board for Correction of Naval Records, 701 S. Courthouse Rd, Suite 1001, Arlington, VA 22204-2490. Air Force: Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records, 3351 Celmers Lane, Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762-6435. Coast Guard: DHS Office of the General Counsel, Board for Correction of Military Records, Stop 0485, 2707 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. S.E., Washington, DC 20528-0485.
The penalties are for willfully making a false statement or claim: U.S. Code, Title 18, Section 287 and 1001, provide that an individual shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than 5 years, or both.
Certification: you make the statements on this form, as part of this claim, with full knowledge of the penalties involved for willfully making a false statement or claim.
[1] DD Form 149 (FEB 2025), Application for Correction of Military Record, Washington Headquarters Services (the Official source link on this page).