Additional Information About Your Correction of Record
To Check the Status of Your Correction of Record
If You Have Not Received a Decision:
If you are pending a response from Board for Correction of Military Records and want to know the status of your request, contact the Board directly at:
If You Have Received Approval From the Board for Correction of Military Records:
If you received approval and want to know the status of your case, submit an AskDFAS ticket.
How to Submit your Request via AskDFAS:
- Access AskDFAS here.
- Under Categories, select ‘Claims.’
- Under Subcategories, select 'Claim for Payment in Arrears.'
- Enter your information.
- Upload completed and signed DD Form 0827 and supporting documents.
- Click Submit.
After submitting your claim via AskDFAS, a ticket number will be emailed to you for reference and updates on your request. Please keep this ticket number until you receive a response.
Disagreements
If You Disagree With the Board for Correction of Military Records Decision:
Write the board and explain your reasoning for disagreement. Reference the appropriate address under "How Do I Apply for a Correction of Record?" At the top of this page. DFAS can only pay when the board rules in your favor.
If You Disagree With the Amount Received From DFAS:
If you believe DFAS paid you incorrectly for your correction of record, please provide DFAS a written request with a wet signature along with supporting documentation explaining why you are protesting the amount to:
DFAS-IN
Dept. 3300 ATTN: COR/Claims
8899 East 56th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46249-3300
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Page Updated: April 10, 2023