Supplemental Claim
Requests review of a prior decision based on new and relevant evidence.
Higher-Level Review
Decision Review Request: Higher-Level Review
Requests a new review of the existing record by a more senior VA reviewer.
Purpose and use
Use after a qualifying VA decision when asking for Higher-Level Review based on the evidence already in the record.
When not to use it
Do not choose this lane to submit new evidence; VA says Higher-Level Review is based on the existing record.
Who completes and signs it?
- Completed by
- veteran or claimant
- Signed by
- veteran or claimant
- Availability
- online and pdf
- Submission
- follow current form instructions
Always start with the official page
Open the current VA version.
Check the revision, instructions, signature requirements, and delivery options immediately before use.
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Important limitations
- Verify the current revision and submission instructions on the official VA page before signing or sending the form.
- This planner identifies forms that may fit a situation; it does not determine eligibility or filing strategy.
Related records
Forms often reviewed alongside this one
Board Appeal
Appeals an eligible VA decision to the Board of Veterans' Appeals and selects a Board review option.