What Is DA Form 5252-R?
The DA Form 5252-R is the official Army form for documenting evidence of citizenship status. Its full title is "Statement - Evidence of Citizenship Status." The U.S. Department of the Army released it on November 1, 1983. It is a one-page document used to verify that a soldier, recruit, or Army applicant is a citizen of the United States.
Who Needs to Fill Out DA Form 5252-R?
Any Army soldier or applicant required to provide documented proof of citizenship must complete DA Form 5252-R. Common situations include initial enlistment processing, applications for certain military occupational specialties (MOS), and security clearance investigations that require citizenship verification. Personnel at all ranks may need to present this form at different points in their Army career.
How to Fill Out DA Form 5252-R
Complete each section of the form with the following personal information:
- Full legal name
- Date and place of birth
- The legal basis for your citizenship claim (for example, birth in the United States or naturalization)
- Signature and date
After completing DA Form 5252-R, submit it to your commanding officer or administrative office. Attach supporting documents such as a U.S. birth certificate, a valid U.S. passport, or a Certificate of Naturalization as evidence of your citizenship status.
Related Army and Military Forms
If you need other Army administrative documents, you may also find these forms useful: the Army Certificate DA Form 87, the Form N-600 Certificate of Citizenship, and a Military Power of Attorney form for delegating authority while on active duty.
