Dd form 397 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the dd form 397 in the editor.
2. Begin by filling in the Bureau Voucher No. and D.O. Voucher No. at the top of the form. These identifiers are crucial for tracking your claim.
3. In Section 5, provide the name and address of the payee, ensuring accuracy to avoid delays in processing.
4. Complete Section 6 with the service member's full name and Social Security number in Section 7.
5. Fill out Sections 8 through 10 with details about the service member's grade, place of death, and date of death.
6. In Section 12, indicate your relationship to the decedent by placing an 'X' in the appropriate box. Ensure you complete any necessary blocks based on your selection.
7. If applicable, list children of the decedent in Section 13, providing their names and addresses.
8. Finally, ensure that two witnesses sign in Section 14 before submitting your completed form to the appropriate Service Casualty Office.

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