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Reviewed October 17, 2026 · Serving veterans nationwide
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| Form | What it is for | Official page |
|---|---|---|
| VA Form 21-526EZ | Disability compensation application For disability compensation and increased disability compensation. Check whether a different review form applies to a previously decided issue. | Open form instructions ↗ (opens a new tab) |
| VA Form 20-0995 | Supplemental Claim Generally used to submit or identify new and relevant evidence for a previously decided issue. Special rules apply to certain changes in law. | Open form instructions ↗ (opens a new tab) |
| VA Form 20-0996 | Higher-Level Review Requests another review of the existing record. New evidence cannot be submitted with this option. | Open form instructions ↗ (opens a new tab) |
| VA Form 10182 | Board Appeal Requests review by a Veterans Law Judge. The chosen Board option determines evidence and hearing rules. | Open form instructions ↗ (opens a new tab) |
| VA Form 21-10210 | Lay or Witness Statement For firsthand observations about a condition or related events, including a buddy statement. | Open form instructions ↗ (opens a new tab) |
| VA Form 21-4138 | Statement in Support of Claim For a written statement supporting a claim. Follow any instructions for a condition-specific form. | Open form instructions ↗ (opens a new tab) |
| VA Form 21-4142 + 21-4142a | Private medical record requests Authorization and provider information work together when asking VA to obtain private treatment records. | Open form instructions ↗ (opens a new tab) |
| VA Form 20-10207 | Priority Processing Request Brings certain qualifying circumstances or status to VA’s attention for priority consideration. | Open form instructions ↗ (opens a new tab) |
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