VA Form 21-0845Verified official record

Authorize VA to speak with a third party

Authorization to Disclose Personal Information to a Third Party

Allows VA to disclose specified personal information to a named third party.

When it may apply

Purpose and use

Use when you want VA to share specified information with someone who is not acting as your representative.

When not to use it

Do not use this form for a different benefit or review path unless current VA instructions identify it for that purpose.

Responsibility

Who completes and signs it?

Completed by
veteran or claimant
Signed by
veteran or claimant
Availability
online and pdf
Submission
follow current form instructions
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