Posted on Jun 12, 2015
What can I use a proof for veteran's discounts (DD214 just confuses most people)?
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Ok people need some help with this. I've been asked a couple of times now for proof of veteran status for a veteran discount at various places. A lot of people do not understand that you don't get a military ID upon leaving the service, so they look dumbfounded when you show them your DD214 on your phone off drop box or something similar. With that, I don't have much interaction with the VA , I'd rather not be a bother as there are others who need their services more, so what kind of picture ID proof of service is out there?? Thanks!
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In Florida you vet a V on your drivers lic if you present a DD214 at the DMV
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SFC Nikhil Kumra
That would be great. I don't think they have that in Illinois, that would make it a lot easier.
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CMSgt (Join to see)
I was just going to say that (I am in FL, too). It is quite handy. Even though I am still in, it is nice to know that I have that on there.
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PO3 Steven Sherrill
I didn't know about the V until after I got my license. I will get it when I go in to get my gold star license.
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Arizona will put VETERAN on your ID Card/Driver's License with proof of military service.
Most businesses will also accept a membership card from a veteran's organization such as VFW, American Legion, etc.
Most businesses will also accept a membership card from a veteran's organization such as VFW, American Legion, etc.
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You can get a VA medical card. They're free and you don't necessarily need medical services to get one. Sure nice to have in case you need help!
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Interesting. So I guess it looks like in July Illinois will have the veteran status on their ID card.
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You don't need to utilize VA services to be enrolled in the VA. Being enrolled in the VA gives you a VA ID card which is proof of being a Veteran. Their are also apps and services which you can sign up for which prove you are a veteran, but only if said company offering a discount accepts information from that app or service. Aside from getting a VA ID card, there is talk about a veteran ID card, but there is still tons of debate facing that idea.
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SFC Nikhil Kumra, you only solution would be to go to the nearest VA Admin Office where you will show them your DD214 and they might issue a VA card.
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SFC Nikhil Kumra, while I can't help you with in-store discounts at retail establishments that you visit locally, you can have access to online retailers via ID.me - the same company that authorized your credentials on RallyPoint.
Visit http://www.id.me to establish your account as a veteran.
Visit http://www.id.me to establish your account as a veteran.
ID.me – Turn Your Identity Into Currency And Access.
ID.me allows you to create a single sign-on and verify your group status to unlock exclusive discounts, rewards and resources.
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Trot your DD214 down to the local VA office and get a VA card.
Just about everyone is eligible on a tiered service.
http://www.va.gov/healthbenefits/apply/veterans.asp
Just about everyone is eligible on a tiered service.
http://www.va.gov/healthbenefits/apply/veterans.asp
Veterans Eligibility - Health Benefits
For the purposes of VA health benefits and services, a person who served in the active military service and who was discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable is a Veteran.
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I don't know how long you were in but when I got out after my 4 active I got an IRR (inactive ready reserve) ID for my 4 years inactive. Plus in Ohio on my drivers license it says armed forces on it
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I know from my experiences, that many people only think retirees are the only ones that are veterans.
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SGT Edward Thomas
That's so true. They don't realize that some people serve during war time but not every ship, aircrew or unit deploys at the same time. Then again there are people who did their enlistment or career during the Cold War.
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PO3 Joseph Wieck
Very true. I have been asked, "Did you serve in Iraq or Afghanistan?" When I said neither, "I thought you said you were a vet?" and, "I thought you said you were a disabled vet?". It is sad how people only see those who are serving now/just discharged or the elderly that served in WWII and Vietnam as vets. Korea gets forgotten and anything from the 70s to 2001 gets forgotten.
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