Get a copy of military service records

Overview

You can apply for either:

• your own service records if you are, or have been, a member of the armed forces
• the records of someone who’s deceased if you’re eligible, for example you’re their immediate next of kin or you’re researching them

How long it takes

It can take several months for your application to be processed.

Your application will be prioritised if it’s urgent.

Other ways to find service records

You can also search:

• the Commonwealth War Graves Commission website
• the Armed Forces Memorial roll of honour
• the National Archives for service records from 1913 to 1920 or service records before 1913

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