I have my DD 214, but is it possible to get a proof-of-service card?

SGT Gid Alston — Thu, 05 Jan 2017 12:35:32 -0500

Response by SGM Erik Marquez made Jan 5 at 2017 12:57 PM

SGM Erik Marquez — Thu, 05 Jan 2017 12:57:57 -0500

Some states have an option to put a Vet marking on your DL, but we have heard many story of that not being sufficient proof of vet status, likely because those denying it do not understand the program, or its one of the sates that requires no proof your a vet, they ask, you say yes, its on your card.

Other than that there is a VA card if your partaking in VA services.

If I may ask.. what is it you need a "proof of service" card for? that a redacted DD214 would not suffice for?

EDITED: I erroneously said there was not FED issued option,, I was mistaken, thank you SPC (anonymous) for making the correction.
https://www.congress.gov/114/plaws/publ31/PLAW-114publ31.pdf

PLAW-114publ31.pdf

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Response by LCpl Ferdinand Hughes made Jan 5 at 2017 1:06 PM

LCpl Ferdinand Hughes — Thu, 05 Jan 2017 13:06:07 -0500

Some states, like Virginia can issue you Veteran Card for a fee $5.00. Just need to show them your DD214

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 5 at 2017 5:52 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 05 Jan 2017 17:52:03 -0500

According to your profile you live in AL. If you provide a copy of your DD214 at the DL office you can get it noted on your DL.

http://www.alea.gov/Home/wfContent.aspx?ID=30&PLH1=plhDriverLicense-Veterans

State of Alabama Law Enforcement Agency

Response by LTC John Mohor made Jan 5 at 2017 10:32 PM

LTC John Mohor — Thu, 05 Jan 2017 22:32:01 -0500

My Dad kept a miniature copy of his discharge after WWII until his death in 2015. That always got him a Veterans discount if that's what you need.

Response by CAPT Kevin B. made Jan 6 at 2017 12:27 AM

CAPT Kevin B. — Fri, 06 Jan 2017 00:27:33 -0500

Just get online to eBenefits.va.gov for the "card". It prints out so you cut, fold, and put it into your wallet. It is the generic served and didn't get tossed card with no benefit endorsement. But it's better than hauling a DD-214 around. It also generates different letters telling whatever you're entitled to, if any.

Response by SPC Brian Mason made Jan 6 at 2017 1:01 AM

SPC Brian Mason — Fri, 06 Jan 2017 01:01:17 -0500

I have one. I'm supposed to show it every time I go to the VA and it's proof I served. I have yet to have someone tell me they won't accept it.

Response by SSG Johnnie Vaughn made Jan 7 at 2017 10:31 AM

SSG Johnnie Vaughn — Sat, 07 Jan 2017 10:31:46 -0500

https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/homepage

Every vet should sign up. Get your VA letter showing periods of service.

Home - eBenefits

To restart your session, Click here or click the Login button in the top right corner of the Home page and you will be redirected to the DSLogon login page.

Response by CPL Casey Smith made Jan 11 at 2017 10:18 PM

CPL Casey Smith — Wed, 11 Jan 2017 22:18:11 -0500

Yes. Go to ebenefit.gov register there then you can print all that stuff from the letters link.

Response by SSgt Paul Murray made Jan 6 at 2018 9:05 PM

SSgt Paul Murray — Sat, 06 Jan 2018 21:05:00 -0500

The special ID card in lieu of a DD 214 That was supposed to be issued by the VA has been delayed as of the end of 2017