Va Form 21 0845 PDF Details

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has established a comprehensive form, the VA 21-0845, to oversee the authorization and disclosure of personal information to third parties. This move underscores the VA’s commitment to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of veterans' and claimants' personal data, a principle deeply embedded within an extensive legal framework, including the Privacy Act and various confidentiality statutes. The form serves a pivotal role in ensuring that personal information is only released under specific conditions: with the individual’s explicit consent, as required by law, or under other legally permissible circumstances. Moreover, it introduces a protocol for veterans and beneficiaries to grant the VA permission to disclose their claim or benefit information to designated third parties. Unique aspects of the form include detailed instructions for identifying both the veteran and the beneficiary (if they are not the same), specifying the type and extent of information to be disclosed, and setting parameters around who can receive the information and for how long the authorization remains effective. Significantly, the VA 21-0845 form prohibits the use of the authorization for sharing federal tax information and lays out provisions for individuals to revoke their consent at any time, highlighting the agency’s adherence to flexible yet secure information sharing practices. Additionally, the form’s stipulation that it may not be executed by or on behalf of individuals recognized as incompetent by the VA ensures that the protection of vulnerable populations remains a priority. With options for submitting the authorization digitally or via mail, along with requirements for personal identification security measures, the VA 21-0845 form exemplifies a thoughtful approach to managing the delicate balance between operational transparency and the preservation of individual privacy rights.

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INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS TO HELP YOU COMPLETE THE AUTHORIZATION TO

DISCLOSE PERSONAL INFORMATION TO A THIRD PARTY

GENERAL INFORMATION

At VA, we recognize and respect the importance of privacy. Personal information that we collect is kept confidential to the extent provided by law. In accordance with the Privacy Act and applicable confidentiality statutes, VA will only disclose the information in its custody or control in the following circumstances: where the individual identifies the particular information and consents to its use; where disclosure of the information is required by law; or where the disclosure is otherwise legally permitted, including release for a purpose compatible with the purpose for which it was collected.

By law, VA must have your written permission (an "authorization") to use or give out your claim or benefit information for any purpose that is not permitted by all applicable legal authorities. You may revoke your written permission at any time, except if VA has already acted based on your permission.

QUESTIONS

1-5

6-9

SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS

In this section, give us the veteran's identification information to include name, social security number, VA file number, date of birth and the veteran's service number, if applicable.

In this section, provide the beneficiary/claimant's identification information, who is not the veteran.

 

In Item 10 VA will give your personal benefit or claim information to the person or organization you enter

 

in this box. You may select only one person or one organization. If you designate an organization,

 

you must also identify one or more individuals in that organization to whom VA may disclose your benefit

 

or claim information. This form cannot be used to disclose federal tax information to third parties.

10-13

IMPORTANT: The information provided in Item 6, "Name of Beneficiary/Claimant Who Is Not the Veteran,"

cannot be the same information provided in Item 10.

 

 

Item 13 tells VA the duration of your consent. If you do not want your authorization to be effective indefinitely,

 

tell us when to stop releasing your personal benefit or claim information to your authorized third party in

 

Item 13. Check the box that applies and fill in dates, if applicable.

14Select the security question you would like us to ask your designated third party and provide the answer. This question will be asked each time your designated third party contacts the VA.

WHERE DO I SEND MY COMPLETED WORK?

Send your signed authorization in by utilizing the following methods:

MAIL TO

SUBMIT ONLINE

Department of Veterans Affairs

VA gov: www.va.gov

Evidence Intake Center

Direct Upload via access.va.gov

PO Box 4444

 

Janesville, WI 53547-4444

 

 

 

NOTE: You should make a copy of your signed authorization for your records before mailing it to VA. You can only have one VA Form 21-0845, Authorization to Disclose Personal Information to a Third Party, on file with VA at a time.

WHAT IF I CHANGE MY MIND?

If you change your mind and do not want VA to give out your personal benefit or claim information, you may notify us in writing, or by telephone at 1-800-827-1000 or electronically via the Internet at https://iris.custhelp.va.gov. Upon notification from you VA will no longer give out benefit or claim information (except for the information VA has already given out based on your permission).

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21-0845

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VA FORM

 

 

OMB Approved No. 2900-0736 Respondent Burden: 5 minutes Expiration Date: 04/30/2022

AUTHORIZATION TO DISCLOSE PERSONAL INFORMATION

TO A THIRD PARTY

INSTRUCTIONS: Use this form if you want to give the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) permission to release your personal beneficiary or claim information to a third party. This form may not be executed by any beneficiary recognized as incompetent for VA purposes, nor can VA accept this form from any beneficiary recognized as incompetent for VA purposes.

VA DATE STAMP

(DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE)

SECTION I - VETERAN'S IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION

NOTE: You may either complete the form online or by hand. If completed by hand print the information requested in ink, neatly, and legibly to expedite processing the form.

1.VETERAN'S NAME (First, Middle Initial, Last)

2. VETERAN'S SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

3. VA FILE NUMBER (If known)

4. VETERAN'S DATE OF BIRTH (MM/DD/YYYY)

5. VETERAN'S SERVICE NUMBER (If applicable)

SECTION II - BENEFICIARY/CLAIMANT'S IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION

6.NAME OF BENEFICIARY/CLAIMANT WHO IS NOT THE VETERAN (First, Middle Initial, Last)

7.ADDRESS OF BENEFICIARY/CLAIMANT (Number and Street or rural route, P.O. Box, City, State, ZIP Code and Country)

No. &

Street

Apt./Unit Number

State/Province

Country

City

ZIP Code/Postal Code

8.TELEPHONE NUMBER (Include Area Code)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Enter International Phone Number (If applicable)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9. EMAIL ADDRESS (Optional)

 

 

I agree to receive electronic correspondence from VA in regards to my claim.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SECTION III - CONTACT INFORMATION

10.VA IS AUTHORIZED TO DISCLOSE THE INFORMATION SPECIFIED BELOW TO ONE PERSON OR ONE ORGANIZATION LISTED BELOW.

PROVIDE THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE PERSON YOU HAVE CHOSEN TO RECEIVE INFORMATION FROM VA IN ITEMS 10A AND 10B OR PROVIDE

THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE ORGANIZATION YOU HAVE CHOSEN AND THE NAME OF THE ORGANIZATION'S REPRESENTATIVE IN ITEMS 10C AND 10D.

A. NAME OF PERSON (First, Middle Initial, Last Name)

B. ADDRESS OF PERSON

No. &

Street

Apt./Unit Number

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

City

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

State/Province

 

 

 

 

Country

 

 

 

ZIP Code/Postal Code

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: An organization may have more than one representative. Include the first and last name of any additional representatives.

C. NAME OF ORGANIZATION (Include name of representative(s))

VA FORM

21-0845

SUPERSEDES VA FORM 21-0845, SEP 2016.

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VETERAN'S SSN

D. ADDRESS OF ORGANIZATION

No. &

Street

Apt./Unit Number

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

City

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

State/Province

 

 

 

 

Country

 

 

 

ZIP Code/Postal Code

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.I, THE BENEFICIARY/CLAIMANT AUTHORIZE VA TO CONTACT THE PERSON OR ORGANIZATION LISTED IN ITEM 10A OR 10C FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PERTAINING TO MY VA RECORD (Check only one box below to tell VA the specific benefit or claim information you want disclosed)

LIMITED INFORMATION (Go to Item 12)

ANY INFORMATION (Go to Item 13)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12. IF YOU SELECTED "LIMITED INFORMATION", FILL ALL THAT APPLY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Status of pending claim or appeal

Amount of money owed VA

Other (Specify below)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current benefit and rate

Request a benefit payment letter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Payment history

Change of address or direct deposit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13. IF YOU SELECTED "ANY INFORMATION", THE TERMS OF SUCH RELEASE OF INFORMATION WILL BE:

One time only

From the date of signing below until

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Specify date - MM, DD, YYYY)

Ongoing until written notice is given to VA to terminate

14.SPECIFY THE SECURITY QUESTION YOU WANT USED WHEN VERIFYING THE IDENTITY OF YOUR DESIGNATED THIRD PARTY. CHECK ONLY ONE SECURITY QUESTION BOX IN ITEM 14A AND PROVIDE THE ANSWER IN ITEM 14B.

A. SECURITY QUESTION

B. ANSWER

The city and state your mother was born in

The name of the high school you attended

Your first pet's name

Your favorite teacher's name

Your father's middle name

SECTION IV - DECLARATION OF INTENT

I CERTIFY THAT the statements on this form are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

15. VETERAN SIGNATURE (REQUIRED)

16. DATE SIGNED (MM,DD,YYYY)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRIVACY ACT INFORMATION: VA will not disclose information collected on this form to any source other than what has been authorized under the Privacy Act of 1974 or title 38, Code of Federal Regulations 1.576 for routine uses (i.e., civil or criminal law enforcement, congressional communications, epidemiological or research studies, the collection of money owed to the United States, litigation in which the United States is a party or has an interest, the administration of VA programs and delivery of VA benefits, verification of identity and status, and personnel administration as identified in the VA system of records, 58VA21/22/28 Compensation, Pension, Education, and Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Records - VA, published in the Federal Register. Your obligation to respond is voluntary. VA uses your SSN to identify your claim file. Providing your SSN will help ensure that your records are properly associated with your claim file. Giving us your SSN account information is voluntary. Refusal to provide your SSN by itself will not result in the denial of benefits. The VA will not deny an individual benefits for refusing to provide his or her SSN unless the disclosure of the SSN is required by Federal Statute of law in effect prior to January 1, 1975, and still in effect.

RESPONDENT BURDEN: We need this information to release your private benefit and/or claim information to a designated third party(ies). The execution of this form does not authorize the release of information other than that specifically described. The information requested on this form will authorize release of the information you specify. Title 38, United States Code, allows us to ask for this information. We estimate that you will need an average of 5 minutes to review the instructions, find the information, and complete this form. VA cannot conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless a valid OMB control number is displayed. You are not required to respond to a collection of information if this number is not displayed. Valid OMB control numbers can be located on the OMB Internet Page at www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. If desired, you can call 1-800-827-1000 to get information on where to send comments or suggestions about this form.

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