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There is no guarantee you will be granted an upgrade. The burden of proof is on you, the veteran, to show that the military made a mistake while discharging you. This is a difficult process and it is best if you consult with an attorney or a veterans service officer to assist you in preparing the best possible case.

A DD Form 214 proves military service. Obtaining a copy is essential if you want access to many of the benefits and services available to you.

Your Steps for Upgrading Your Discharge Download and fill out DoD Form 149. Important tips for completing Form 149: ... Add supporting information. To improve your chances of success, also include as many of the below documents as you can. ... Mail your completed form and all supporting materials.

If the veteran's discharge is less than fifteen years old, the appropriate Discharge Review Board has the authority to change the SPN code shown on the DD-214. The veteran can apply to the Discharge Review Board (DRB) with DD Form 293.

Correction to Veterans Military Records. If you are in need of a correction to your Certificate of Release of Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), you must submit a written request for a correction (DD Form 215) and include a copy of your DD Form 214.

Submit DD Form 149, Application for Correction of Military Records to the relevant service branch. (You can either view and download the form, or right-click the form and select "Save link as" or otherwise save the file and then open it.)

The Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) is the highest level of administrative review within the Department of the Army with the mission to correct errors in or remove injustices from Army military records.