VA Claim Forms Reference
Keep this quick reference handy while you build your claim so you know which form to use, when to use it, and where to find it on VA.gov.
VA forms
Common claim and appeal forms
| Form | Name | Description | When to Use | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10182 | Board Appeal | Appeal to the Board of Veterans' Appeals | If other appeals failed | Open form |
| 20-0995 | Supplemental Claim | Appeal with new evidence | If claim was denied and you have new evidence | Open form |
| 20-0996 | Higher Level Review | Appeal requesting re-review | If you think there was an error in the decision | Open form |
| 21-0966 | Intent to File | Protects effective date | FIRST — before gathering evidence | Open form |
| 21-4138 | Statement in Support of Claim | Personal statement | With every claim | Open form |
| 21-4142 | Authorization to Release Records | Lets VA get your private records | When you have private medical records | Open form |
| 21-526EZ | Application for Disability Compensation | Primary claim form | Filing initial claim or increase | Open form |
| 21-686c | Dependency Declaration | Add dependents | To add spouse/children for additional compensation | Open form |